Get Walden University Name Change Form

Changing your name at Walden University is an important process, especially if you are receiving federal financial aid. This guide will provide clear and detailed instructions on how to accurately complete the Name Change Form online, ensuring your records are updated properly.

Follow the steps to complete the name change form successfully.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form so that you can access it in your document editor.
2. In the form, print your name currently used at Walden University in the designated field.
3. Next, in the corresponding section, enter your correct legal first and last name as it appears on your birth certificate or legal name change document.
4. Provide your Walden University ID or Social Security Number (SSN) in the specified field to help identify your records accurately.
5. Select the reason for your name change by circling one of the options: Marriage, Divorce, Adoption, Court Order, Correction, or Other. Make sure to specify if you choose 'Other'.
6. Attach a copy of your Social Security Card that shows your correct legal first and last name. Remember that Walden University cannot process your name correction without this update.
7. Include any documentation that supports your reason for the name change, such as a Marriage Certificate, Divorce Papers, or Court Order.
8. Sign the form at the bottom, granting the Office of Financial Aid permission to correct your name on your FAFSA.
9. Once completed, fax the form along with all required documentation to the Office of Financial Aid at 410-209-8026.
10. Ensure that you keep a copy of all submitted documents for your records.

Start filling out your Walden University Name Change Form online today to ensure your records are accurate and up-to-date.