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OverviewThe USFCard is the official identification card of the University of South Florida. The USFCard is a multi-functional card with digitized photo and electronic identification and validation for departments needing to verify student and/or employee status. The USFCard was designed as a platform for a multitude of services and functions.
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Cardholder Responsibilities |
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- Use of the USFCard by anyone other than the person to whom it was issued is strictly prohibited.
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- The cardholder is subject to disciplinary actions or other penalties for improper use of the card.
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- The cardholder is responsible for any and all losses associated with the card.
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- Punching holes, marking on the card, adding stickers, or altering the card in any way is strictly prohibited.
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Download Form. Download this form and fill it out before heading to the Card Center.
Payment: Students and Distance Learning students will no longer have to pay for the USFCard at the time of issue. Instead, students will be conveniently billed through their university account.
The cost of your original card is $10. Replacement cards are $15.
Distance Learning Students
Online Form. Before you begin you will need the following in order to complete the process.
1. Drivers License
2. 2x2 Color Photo. White background only.
You will receive a confirmation email from the Card Center to let you know if you have been accepted or denied. If your application is denied the reason will be in the email response and you may reapply as necessary.
Payment: You will no longer have to pay for the USFCard at the time of issue. Instead, you will be conveniently billed through your university account.
The cost for your original card is $10. Replacement cards are $15.
Faculty and Staff includes Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Postdoc Scholar, House Staff, OPS Staff and Staff.
Download Form. Please download this form and fill it out before heading to the Card Center where you will obtain your USFCard. Your first ID Card will be complimentary.
For replacement cards, you will be required to pay the $15 fee at the Card Center.
Payment: Payment options include Visa/MasterCard at the Tampa and St. Petersburg Campus. At other Regional Campus, customers may pay with a credit card or debit card at the Regional Campus USFCard Centers. For the safety and security of everyone, customers who wish to pay by cash or check must do so at the Cashier's Office (Sarasota Campus-SMC B116). The Cashier's Office will provide a receipt which may be taken to the USFCard Center as proof of payment.
Retiree, Retired Faculty, Professor Emeritus
All of your USFCards are complimentary. In order to obtain your USFCard, you will need to stop by the Card Center.
For replacement cards, you will be required to pay the $15 fee at the Card Center.
Locations
Card Request- New students should request their initial USFCard through MyBullsPath, or directly at the USFCard Request Site.
Staff, Faculty, and all other requests including card replacements should be placed online at the USFCard Request Site. Please be prepared to submit a recent color photo with a white background along with an image of a valid government-issued photo identification.
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Online card requests are normally processed in 2-3 business days, requests may take between 5-7 business days during our peak seasons. |
Card Process (New and Replacement)- Complete the online ID card application on the USFCard Request Site. (idnow.it.usf.edu)
- Submit a photo of yourself and a photo of your driver's license or passport. (Smartphones make it easy!!)
- Wait for the approved email.
- Visit the ID card center to pick up your card.
- Activate your card – usf.edu/activate-card. (ATTENTION: Your card will not work until activated)
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See What are the photo requirements for the USFCard? for more information. Innovative Education Program Students If you are a non-local student who is part of an Innovative Education Program, please contact your college for further instructions.
Back to top PaymentStudents: Your card cost will be charged to your Oasis account. All others: Payment options include Visa/MasterCard at the campus USFCard Center.
Back to top LocationsTampa Campus Location: Student Services Building (SVC) 1032 Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Email: |
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4357 Sarasota Campus Location: 8350 N. Tamiami Trail in B116 Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm. For more information, please call (941) 359-4220 USF St. Petersburg Location: |
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Bayboro Hall (BAY) 223 Hours Monday - |
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30am-5:00pm For more information, please call (727) 873 |
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title | Can I take my photo at the USFCard Center? |
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| Absolutely! If you have a smartphone or tablet device, you may stop by our office locations to use the white backdrop in the office to take a portrait headshot of yourself which can be used for the USFCard. If you have any questions, our staff in the office will be able to assist.
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title | Can I complete the USFCard Request in person? |
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| Yes! The online USFCard Request application can be completed on mobile devices, so you can visit - http://idnow.it.usf.edu/ to begin the process via smartphone or laptop.
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title | How long does it take for my USFCard Request to be approved? |
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| Our team is determined to get you your USFCard as soon as possible! The general processing time is 2 - 3 business days, however, if you need an ID Card urgently, please visit one of our USFCard Center locations and our staff will be more than happy to assist. Note |
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USFCard requests may take between 5 - 7 business days during our peak seasons. USFCard Center operating hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
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title | My USFCard does not work for my dorm, and the Card Center is closed how do I get access to my residence hall? |
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| If you live in a residence hall and are unable to access your residence after Card Center business hours, please visit one of the USF Housing Information Desks listed below: Locations and Contact Information: North Campus Holly M | 813-974-7000 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The HUB | 813-974-2246 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. South Campus Juniper-Poplar Lobby | 813-974-0800 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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title | Can someone else pick up my USFCard? |
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| Unfortunately, only the cardholder may pick up their USFCard as we are unable to issue the USFCard to anyone other than the cardholder for security reasons.
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title | Can I submit payment in person? |
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| Students: Students who submit the online USFCard Request will be charged directly to their OASIS account and may submit payment through the OASIS portal. Staff, Faculty, USF Affiliates: Staff, Faculty, and other USF Affiliates will encounter a payment wall before being able to continue with the USFCard application portal.
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title | What do I need to know about my new USFCard? |
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| All new USFCards will be issued with an activation sticker. Upon following these activation instructions, your USFCard will take approximately 2 hours to become fully active.
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title | What are the photo requirements for the USFCard? |
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| The USFCard will act as official identification so your photo must meet the following guidelines: - Color photo, white background
- Front facing, full face in view.
- Cannot have hand/arm in the photo
- Filters commonly used on social media are unacceptable.
- Modification or editing of an image is unacceptable.
- Neutral expression or a natural smile
- No sunglasses.
- Eyeglasses should be worn if normally used.
- No glare on eyeglasses
- Cannot wear a hat or head covering unless for religious or medical reasons
- Cannot wear headphones
- Must submit a new photo for every replacement ID
- Jpeg, minimum width and height of 700 x 752 pixels minimum
We reserve the right to refuse any photo that does not meet these guidelines.
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title | Will my building access transfer to my new USFCard? |
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| Students: Building access for Students will transfer within 2 hours of activation. If you do not have access to a specific building, to which you require access, please speak with USF Housing to add access to your account. USF Housing Contact Information is listed below: Locations and Contact Information: North Campus Holly M | 813-974-7000 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. The HUB| 813-974-2246 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. South Campus Juniper-Poplar Lobby | 813-974-0800 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sat – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Staff/Faculty/USF Affiliates: Building access for Staff/Faculty members and other USF Affiliates will transfer within 2 hours of activation. If you do not have access to a specific building, you require access, please speak with your building manager to add access to your account.
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title | Can I get my USFCard mailed? |
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| Unfortunately, our office is not able to mail USFCards. If you are a non-local student who is part of an Innovative Education Program, you may contact your college/program for additional instructions.
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