You must be registered to attend a New Student Orientation program and have your IUPUI username and passphrase to begin the process of getting your CrimsonCard.
Step 1 - Take or find a picture that meets all the requirements.
Hint: The photo should look just like your driver's license or state ID photo!
Step 2 - Log in to your CrimsonCard account using your IU username and passphrase.
Step 3 - Click 'Get a New Card' at the top of the page.
Step 4 - Click 'Browse' to find and select your photo. Check the box to confirm it meets all the requirements.
Step 5 - Click 'Continue'
Step 6 - To verify your identity, take a photo of your driver's license, passport, military ID, state ID, or school ID, and upload it by clicking 'Browse'. It is recommended to mask sensitive information (SSN, driver's license number, etc.) before uploading the photo. Acceptable file types include .pdf, .jpg, .png and .gif. Maximum file size 1.5mb.
Step 7 - Select how you want to receive your CrimsonCard - mail or pick up.
Step 8 - If choosing mail*, provide your mailing address. It can take up to 3 weeks to receive your CrimsonCard. If you need it sooner, select pick up.
If choosing pick up, select IUPUI New Student Orientation as your location.
*CrimsonCards can only be mailed to addresses within the United States. Students with an international address can pick up their card on campus or request a no-photo CrimsonCard be mailed.
Step 9 - Click 'Submit'.
Step 10 (IMPORTANT STEP) - An email will be sent to your University email within 3 business days informing you that your photo and documentation were either approved or denied.
If approved, your CrimsonCard will be printed and mailed to the address provided or held for pick up during orientation or your next visit to campus.
If denied, resubmit a photo and documentation that meets the requirements.
If choosing not to resubmit a photo and documentation, you can have your picture taken in the CrimsonCard office (Campus Center 217) at orientation or during your next visit to campus. Your card will be printed and given to you at that time. Remember to bring a photo ID.
The list of requirements can be a bit intimidating. To keep it simple, upload a photo that looks very similar to our your driver's license, state ID, or passport photo!
Below are the requirements if you'd like to take a look!
Your photo MUST meet ALL the requirements below to be approved.
- Background must be SOLID, smooth, and white, grey, or light in color.
- Must be current (taken within the last 6 months).
- Do not use any filters.
- Must be forward-facing, head and top of the shoulders in the frame.
- Your entire face must be visible. Please no hats, sunglasses, headphones, scarves, hairstyles etc. that obstruct your face. Religious head coverings are permitted.
- Color photos only.
- Photo must include only you - no pets, friends, props, etc.
- Natural or neutral expression/smile
- Photo must be a .jpg, .pdf, .gif, or .png file format.
- 1.5 MB file size limit
If you are having difficulty uploading your photos make both images (personal photo and documentation photo) smaller. If this does not work, try a different browser or device.
If you continue to experience difficulties, contact CrimsonCard at crimsoncard@iu.edu. You can also visit the CrimsonCard office (Campus Center 217) during orientation or your next time to campus and have your picture taken on-site. Please bring a photo ID with you at that time. Your CrimsonCard will be printed and given to you at that time.
YES, but it can take up to 3 weeks to receive it by mail! If you upload an approved photo and documentation verifying your identity, you have the option to have your CrimsonCard mailed directly to you. Simply select 'Mail' and provide your mailing address during the photo/documentation upload process. Your CrimsonCard should arrive within three weeks.
Please note this option is only available to those with an address within the United States. Students with an international address can pick up their CrimsonCard on campus or request a no-photo CrimsonCard be mailed.
Yes! If you upload an approved photo and documentation verifying your identity, you have the option to pick up your CrimsonCard while at orientation or during your next visit to campus.
You are encouraged to upload your photo and documentation prior to orientation. Doing so will allow you more time to explore campus and less time standing in line!
If you would like to have your photo taken in person, you can do so by visiting the CrimsonCard office located in the Campus Center room 217. Remember to bring a photo ID such as a driver's license, passport, state ID, military ID, or current high school ID. Your picture will be taken and you will receive your CrimsonCard at that time.
No! If you already have a CrimsonCard, you do not need to get another one. Your CrimsonCard is valid for 6 years from the day it was printed.
If your CrimsonCard has a different campus printed on it, it will still work! If you would like to update it, visit the CrimsonCard office when convenient and bring your current CrimsonCard. An updated card will be printed and given to you at that time.