What Is an RU ID Card?
An RU ID card serves as your ID and provides access to campus.
The RU ID card is the official photo identification card issued to faculty, staff, students, and guests on all Rutgers University campuses. This unified RU ID card serves as the primary form of identity verification throughout the University.
Based on your role within the Rutgers University community, the RU ID card may be used to access services including:
- Checkout privileges at any of the Rutgers University libraries
- Recreation centers and computer lab facilities
- Entry to football games and other events
- Purchased meal plans and debit account options
- Assigned housing and other buildings
- Parking lots (permit required)
- Identification for transactions with Student Accounting and Registrar
- Attendance verification for classes and exams
How to Obtain an RU ID Card
UNDERGRADUATE AND TRANSFER STUDENTS
All new students must be registered for classes to be eligible for a student RU ID card, and submit a photo online for approval using the Rutgers University Admissions Enrollment Pathway. New students will receive their RU ID cards at their respective school’s orientation.
There is no fee charged for the first issuance of the card.
GRADUATE STUDENTS
All new students must be registered for classes to be eligible for a student RU ID card, and submit a photo online for approval using the Graduate & Professional Admissions website. New students will receive their RU ID card at their respective school's orientation.
There is no fee charged for the first issuance of the card.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Students in special programs (Continuous Education and Outreach, and Program in American Language Studies (PALS)) will receive information from their program director or secretary on how to obtain an RU ID card, if they are eligible.
Eligible students in these programs have access to Rutgers University libraries and computer labs by special arrangement, but not recreation facilities or sporting events.
How to replace a Lost or Damaged RU ID Card?
Students are not charged for the first issuance of the card. A replacement fee of $20 applies to lost, stolen, or intentionally damaged cards.
See more information about lost and replacement ID cards.