ID Services
If an ID card becomes lost or stops working, the IT Service Desk can provide students, faculty, and staff with a new or replacement ID.
The Service Desk will not punch holes in cards. Individuals are encouraged to utilize an ID Card holder. If a hole is punched in a card and the card stops working, the card is damaged. Students are charged for damaged card replacements.
Cost
When an ID needs to be replaced, replacement costs are billed directly to WPI student accounts.
The costs are $30 for undergraduate students and $15 for graduate students; ID replacement is free for faculty and staff. Payment is not accepted onsite.
First-year Student IDs
Incoming first-year residential students will request their WPI through the housing application. First-year commuter students should follow the steps below to request their WPI ID.
Request your ID before visiting the ID Services at the IT Helpdesk
To request an ID reprint or new ID please complete this form.
Attach an ID photo to the request if this is a new ID for a new employee or new graduate student. Please follow these instructions:
- Photos should be in .jpg format
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Files should be saved in the format: "LastNameFirstName" Example: If your name is John O'Neil, the file should be named ONeilJohn.jpg
b. Pictures must follow these parameters:
- Pictures must be in color, not black and white.
- The head should be centered in full-face view directly facing the camera.
- Pictures must be taken within the last 6 months to reflect your current appearance.
- Pictures must be taken in front of a plain white or off-white, solid background.
- Uniforms should not be worn in your photo, except religious clothing that is worn daily.
- Do not wear a hat or head covering that obscures the hair or hairline, unless worn dailyfor a religious purpose. Your full face must be visible, and the head covering must not cast any shadows on your face.
- Headphones, wireless hands-free devices, or similar items are not acceptable in your photo.
- Eyeglasses are allowed.
- Smiling is allowed.
- For more information on formatting, please refer to this State,Gov site for passport photo parameters.
Your request will generate a ticket, and you will receive a response to that ticket when your ID is ready for pickup. There will be detailed instructions on where and how to pick up your ID in that ticket response. Please do not come to the Gordon Library before you receive these instructions.
To request card access on your WPI ID card (if needed): WPI Self-Service Portal | Card Access
Fully Remote Students
ID Services does not mail ID cards. You may work with your supervising department to coordinate mailing your ID card to you.
Card Access Policy
The Card Access policy helps WPI provide the highest degree of security possible for students, faculty, staff, and guests. For more information, including responsibilities of ID holders, visit the Card Access Policy page.
Card Access Policy
The Card Access policy helps WPI provide the highest degree of security possible for students, faculty, staff, and guests. For more information, including responsibilities of ID holders, visit the Card Access Policy page.
WPI Goatbucks
Goatbucks are a convenient way to pay for food, services, and bookstore purchases using your WPI ID card. Customers receive a 10% discount at all dining locations on campus (excluding Dunkin' Donuts in the Campus Center). There is no minimum balance required in your Goatbucks account; you can add as little as $25, and it appears immediately on your account if you use the GET website or app. Learn more or get Goatbucks today.
