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Legally Change Your Name

  • Instructions
    If you would like to register a legal change of name, please print and complete the Name Change Affidavit. The completed form must be accompanied by photocopies of the following documentation:
    1. A government-issued document with the new name.
    2. Proof of use of the former name.
    Name Change Affidavit
  • Acceptable Documents
    These documents can include:
    • Court order
    • Marriage certificate
    • Divorce certificate
    • Naturalization certificate
    • Passport
    • US Driver License
    • US State-Issued Identification Card
    • Bard College ID

Return to:

The completed documents should be returned by mail or in person:
By Mail:
Attn: Registrar's Office
Bard College, PO Box 5000, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504
In Person:
Ludlow 201

Looking to change your chosen or preferred name?

  • Instructions
    Use this form to indicate that you would like Bard College to add or change your chosen/preferred name. This will update class and residence hall rosters and the post office. You may also use this form to update your name on your student ID and email.
    Chosen/Preferred Name Change Form

Location and Hours

Location: Ludlow, Second Floor
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am - 5pm
Phone: 845-758-7458
Fax: 845-758-7036
Email: [email protected]
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30 Campus Road
PO Box 5000
Annandale-on-Hudson, New York 12504-5000
Phone: 845-758-6822
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