Change of Legal Name

Emory University maintains the academic record for currently enrolled students as well as alumni. To maintain accurate student records, and to provide truthful verification of attendance and degrees earned, it is necessary to maintain consistent student naming conventions across all student records.  A student’s full name is captured from the application for admissions.

Students may request a legal name change by logging into OPUS and selecting the Profiles tile.  Under Personal Details, select Primary Name Type and follow the instructions on the Legal Name Change Request form.  Please note the following:

• The standard turn-around time for a response is 3 business days.
• Legal name changes will only be recorded upon receipt of sufficient supporting documentation. Requests received without the following required supporting documentation will not be processed:
  • Marriage License plus State/Government Issued Photo ID (which may reflect name as currently listed in OPUS), OR
  • Court Order plus State/Government Issued Photo ID (which may reflect name as currently listed in OPUS), OR
  • Passport (must reflect new name), OR
  • State/Government Issued Photo ID (such as driver’s license, reflecting new name).
• Requirements differ for adding/updating a Designated Name. See the Designated Name Policy for more information.

Please contact us at biodemo@registrar.emory.edu if you have any questions.

Emory University is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. We strive to follow best practices regarding data privacy and protection of the personal information of our community members. For information about how Emory University collects and protects personal information throughout the University, see the Emory University Privacy Statement for Student Characteristics.