The name on your diploma will be the name on your official student record.

To change your name to something other than your official name on record that appears on myUM, you must submit documented proof to the Office of the Registrar and complete the Official Change of Name Form listed under “forms” at www.miami.edu/registrar.

If you prefer a variation of your official name or have diacritical marks to add, please see the examples of acceptable options below, complete the Diploma Name Change Form and fax it to 305-284-6293. These types of variations do not require any legal documentation.

• Please be sure to include your student “C” number.

• No nicknames are allowed.

Examples of acceptable official name variations for diplomas:
A. Official Name:       Jane Ann Smith
3 Options:                 Jane Ann Smith
                                    Jane A. Smith
                                    Jane Smith

B. Official Name:      Jane A. Smith
2 Options:                 Jane A. Smith
                                    Jane Smith

C. Official Name:       Jane Smith
1 Option:                    Jane Smith

NOTE:
If you choose a variation of your official name, then the name on your diploma will not match the name on your transcript.

The name on your transcript MUST be the official name on your academic record.