More than an identification, the id+ card provides access to, use of, and payment for resources both on and off-campus. It is a key used to access assigned buildings, residence halls and other select areas across campus. Use it to pay for meals with a Campus Meal plan or LionCash. It is needed to access gyms and athletic facilities and events, if tickets have been purchased. Discounts are also available when using the id+ card.

University Park Faculty and Staff Re-Carding In Progress

University Park faculty and staff will receive new id+ cards at their home address starting the week of March 20 via USPS mail. The envelope will be from the Penn State id+ Office and indicate that the new id+ card is enclosed.

Upon receipt, cardholders must activate the new id+ card through id.psu.edu/activate. Old cards must be destroyed. Discarded cards can also be dropped off at the id+ Office or mailed to 20 HUB-Robeson Center, University Park, PA 16802.

id+ Card Basics

The id+ card is Penn State’s official identification card – which is available in a physical card format as well as mobile version.

id+ Card and Mobile id+ Card

The id+ card is a printed card that offers access to or payment of resources through swipe and contactless/tap to pay transactions. Penn State’s Mobile id+ Card can be added to an iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android phone. The mobile credential provides access to the same resources as the physical version, however, through contactless transactions only.

Not all Penn State locations currently accept contactless or tap to pay transactions.

Lost id+ Card or Mobile Device

Lost or stolen id+ cards and/or mobile devices should be deactivated immediately through the Deactivation/Reactivate portal. Cards may also be deactivated in person or by calling the local idcard.psu.edu/office-locations during business hours.

The cardholder is responsible for all transactions and usage of their id+ card and mobile id+ card.

Replacement id+ Card

New id+ cards can be obtained by visiting the local id+ Office. For locations and hours of operations, visit idcard.psu.edu/office-locations.

A card replacement fee will be charged for a new id+ card. Only the most recently printed version is valid. Card replacement fees are waived for status and name changes.

Temporary Cards

A short-term or temporary card is available for inaccessible id+ cards. Temporary cards can be obtained through the local housing operations commons desk as well as the local id+ Office. A fee will be charged for each temporary card issued.

Misuse

Improper care or usage may include:

• Bends, breaks, gouges, marks, or punctures to the id+ card
• Scratches or wear to magnetic stripe
• Exposure to extreme temperatures and/or magnets
• Equipment damage (such as from a washer or dryer)

Note: The above examples are general guideline and are not all-inclusive.

Uses and Information

Building Access

The Penn State id+ Card is your key to accessing assigned residence halls, athletics facilities, and other amenities across campus. The physical card or the mobile credential can be used to enter assigned spaces.

LionCash

Penn State’s flexible spending account that makes on and off campus purchases safe and easy.  It is the only method to pay for laundry machines on campus. LionCash is accepted at over 300 retailers state-wide. It simplifies the college experience. Easily add LionCash by clicking “Manage Your eAccounts” above.

LionCash versus Meal Plans

When dining on-campus, either payment works to purchase food and items, however, at certain locations discounts on those items vary. At specific locations, Meal Plans offer a 65% discount to LionCash earning a 10% discount. Alternatively, LionCash can be used off-campus where meal plans cannot. Students living on campus are required to have a meal plan.

On-campus Laundry

LionCash is the only method to pay for on-campus laundry machines. Located in every residence hall, students are just steps from laundry facilities with the easy tap to pay option available at most facilities.

Penn State Go

The one-stop-shop for Penn Staters is available for download on most devices. The app is a central location for academic information, campus news, accessing a mobile id+ card, and adding LionCash.

Adding LionCash

Simplify the college experience by adding LionCash. Click the “Manage Your eAccounts” tab above. Deposits are available in real time. All major credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay are accepted.  It’s very convenient.

Guest LionCash Deposits

Family members and friends can deposit LionCash into a student’s account as well. Select the “Make a Guest Deposit” tab from the Quick Links menu. Then simply entering the student’s last name and their Student ID# will allow anyone to give LionCash.

Lost or Stolen Card

Lost or stolen id+ cards and/or mobile devices should be deactivated immediately through the [LINK – Deactivation/Reactivate portal]. Cards may also be deactivated in person or by calling the local [LINK to idcard.psu.edu/office-locations - id+ Office] during business hours.

PNC

id+ cards can be turned into debit cards when linked to a PNC bank account. Use the id+ card at accepting ATMs. Faculty and staff are also supported through a workplace banking feature.

Learn more by contacting PNC.

World Campus

Students attending World Campus will receive their id+ card via mail. id+ cards are mailed to the permanent address listed on the student’s LionPath account.

Card Policies

Identification Cards for Students, Faculty/Staff, Affiliates, and Retirees
Policy AD24 is the University's governing policy on identification cards.

Penn State id+ Cardholder Disclosure Statement
It's important to be informed on the policies and procedures of the Penn State id+ Card.

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