Records Update/Request Forms
Declaration/Change of Major
List of Undergraduate Programs & Majors
Purpose: To declare, change, or update the major(s), minor(s) and certificate(s) you are completing at UMBC. This form updates the information on your transcript and your MAP records, and allows you to be assigned to appropriate academic advising resources.
Procedure: Complete the form carefully, making sure to select the appropriate major/minor/certificate codes. If one or more of your programs requires departmental approval (these programs are listed on the form), obtain the appropriate signatures before submitting.
Processing Time: 5 Business Days
Graduation Verification Letter
Purpose: For visa, jobs, release from apts, etc…
Procedure: Complete the form. Drop the form off at the Registrar’s Office’s drop box or scan a copy of the completed form and submit the document via RT.
Processing Time: 2 – 3 Business Days
Enrollment Verification
Purpose: To request a letter from the University verifying enrollment for the current or upcoming term a student is enrolled for.
Procedure: Complete the form. Drop the form off at the Registrar’s Office with payment. All cash payments must be taken to Student Business Services
Processing Time: 2 – 3 Business Days
Student Data Request
Purpose: To request a one time report of records data for an academic purpose.
Procedure: Complete the form with all appropriate information and submit it to the Registrar’s Office by fax (410/455-1141) 2 weeks in advanced.
Processing Time: Generally 2 weeks from final approval. During peak times please allow requests to be fulfilled within 3 – 4 weeks.
Duplicate Diploma Ordering
Purpose: To request a duplicate diploma received for completion a degree at UMBC.
Procedure: Complete the form. Drop the form off at the Registrar’s Office with payment. All cash payments must be taken to Student Business Services
Processing Time: 3 – 5 Weeks
Personal Information Update
Purpose: To update personal information including name changes and SSN information. (Note: While SSN information is not required in academic records, it is necessary for financial aid eligibility or if you wish to be provided with your student 1098-T form for tax purposes.)
Procedure: Complete the form and submit to the Registrar’s Office with supporting legal documentation.
Processing Time: 5 Business Days