Requests for name changes may require additional legal documentation. Refer to the Preferred and Legal Name policy for information and to download required forms.

The change of name form, along with additional documentation, can be mailed to:

Office of Records and Registration
St. Cloud State University
720 4th Avenue South
St. Cloud, MN 56301-4498
Fax: (320) 308-2059

Students may request their preferred name be different from their legal name. A student's preferred name will be used where possible: email, class lists, degree audit, and diploma (if selected). 

Follow the steps below to add or update a preferred name:

1. Log in to eServices with your StarID and your Password.
2. Click Account Management then Name and Address Info.
3. Click Edit under the Preferred Name section.
4. Complete the request by clicking the Change Preferred Name button.

A student's legal name will still be shown on transcripts (official and unofficial), financial documents with the University, enrollment verifications, and other legal documents.