Important – Please do not alter the surface or punch holes in the University ID card.
All students are required to obtain a University ID card. You must submit your photo to be used for your ID card through the eAccounts. Photos are not taken in the office. Your NetID must have been activated 24 hours prior to being able to log into eAccounts.
There is no charge for the first ID card. All replacement cards are subject to a $20.00 replacement fee.
Necessary Requirements:
In order to process your student ID card, you will need to meet the following:
- Registered for class(es) 48 hours prior to processing an ID card.
- Present two forms of valid, original identification (mandatory – one photo ID) upon receiving the ID card. Examples of accepted identification are:
| One from Column A | One from Column B |
| Valid photo driver’s license | Credit\debit card |
| Valid photo passport | Birth certificate |
| Valid photo military ID card | Health insurance card |
| Valid state photo ID card | Previous school ID card |
| Signed Social Security card |
Pictures on cell phones of identification will not be accepted.
Rules
- ID cards are not transferable and will be confiscated if you are found using someone else’s ID card. Violators are subject to judicial action and/or fines of $50.00 or more.
- The University ID card must be used to access all services affiliated with the University at all times. This includes meal plans, dorm access, printing labs, etc.
- Freezing your ID card as soon as it is lost or stolen will prevent unauthorized spending on your accounts. Log into the eAccounts website and click on the “Card Services” section to be prompted to deactivate your ID card. Make sure to deactivate all card numbers listed.
- ID cards can only be unfrozen in person at the ID Card Office.
- All Montclair State University ID card holders are responsible for unauthorized spending on accounts due to lost/stolen ID cards not frozen.
- Replacement ID card charges cannot be refunded.