Columbia University Student Services June Mailing

Submit an ID Card Photo

Overview

Submit a photo online for your University ID card by July 20.

About the University ID Card

The University ID card is your passport to Columbia. It grants you access to the Library and secure campus locations, allows you to purchase services at campus cafes and the University bookstore and enables you to take advantage of cultural discount programs in New York City. Read more about the many University ID card features.

Obtaining a University ID Card

In order to get your Columbia University ID card, you'll need to submit a photo online. The photo format should be passport-style and meet the following requirements:

  • The photo should be a color, JPEG file
  • The background should be uniform and light-colored
  • You must be facing forward, with your head and shoulders clearly visible
  • No photos with sunglasses or hats will be accepted
  • The file cannot exceed 100k in size

Submit a Photo

To submit a photo, first make sure you have activated your UNI, then log-in to the secure site to submit your ID photo. 

The photo deadline is Monday, July 20, 2009. You will receive your University ID card upon arrival to campus.

Attention Law School Students: To obtain your University ID card, please submit your photo directly to Columbia Law School.

Questions

Visit askus.columbia.edu for more information or to send the ID Center a question.