How to Reissue Diplomas Due to a Name Change

Replacement diplomas are regularly issued by colleges and universities by the Office of the Registrar. Application procedures vary, but there are several common elements: a formal request must be made by the graduate, legal documentation to support the change of name must be supplied, and a replacement diploma fee is charged. Documentation to support the name change may require legal affidavits or simply photocopies of marriage certificates or change-of-name status. Consult your registrar for details.

Things You'll Need

  • Legal documentation supporting name change
  • Replacement diploma fee -- varies from approximately $100 to $200
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Instructions

    • 1

      Contact the Office of the Registrar at your college or university to determine specific application procedures. Most colleges have a form that must be completed and returned, usually by conventional mail.

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      Collect the required legal documentation to support your change of name. The Office of the Registrar will indicate what documents are considered appropriate: marriage and change-of-name certificates are typical, although some schools may required notarized affidavits as well.

    • 3

      Send the completed application for a replacement diploma with the required documentation and fee to the Office of the Registrar. If original documents are required, be sure to make copies of all materials and send them securely with a tracking number. Note the date that the documents were sent.

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