Get a UNC One Card
All persons applying for a UNC One Card must come to the UNC One Card Office in person and present proper identification for card issuance unless otherwise specified. Please be aware that a card fee may apply. Please choose the appropriate status category from the choices below for more information.
Before a UNC One Card may be issued, all users must:
- Present a valid picture ID (Driver’s License, State ID card, Military ID, or Passport)
- Have been issued a PID (PID Lookup)
- Be entered into the University’s Student or HR Accounting Systems
- Pay any fees for their One Card
If you are not sure about the status of your paperwork, contact your HR representative, or call the UNC One Card Office to see if you are in the system yet.
Directions
Students can upload their pictures using the CBORD GET app or online before they get to the One Card office.
Graduate and professional students may obtain their One Cards at the UNC One Card Office during the week prior to the beginning of the semester classes, after they have been registered for classes at the University.
Professional classes will have their One Cards made at scheduled times, which are coordinated through the One Card Office by your department coordinator.
Students can upload their pictures using the CBORD GET app or online before they get to the One Card office.
Part-time students may obtain their One Cards at the UNC One Card Office during the week prior to the beginning of the semester classes, after they have been registered for classes at the University. During summer semesters we get our information only a few days before classes begin, so please come in during that time. Cards cost $15 and we accept checks or cash in the One Card Office. You will also need to bring:
- A valid driver’s license, passport, or military ID
- Your PID
Students can upload their pictures using the CBORD GET app or online before they get to the One Card office.
All Summer School students are eligible for a UNC One Card. Summer School cards may be issued a few days prior to classes beginning and you must be enrolled to receive a card. You must bring a valid Driver’s license, passport, or military ID with you along with your PID number.
Benefits of the card:
- Library use
- Gym membership while enrolled
- Print plan funds automatically placed on your One Card to be used in any IT Print Lab
- Put convenience account money on your card and enjoy dining in Lenoir Hall
Students can upload their pictures using the CBORD GET app or online before they get to the One Card office.
Temporary Employees Paid by UNC Payroll
Temporary employees of the University (any temp on University Payroll working 40 hours a week) may obtain a UNC One Card. You will need to come to the One Card Office in person with the following:
Temporary employees should be entered into ConnectCarolina to receive a One Card. If the employee is not yet in ConnectCarolina, the employee must present a letter on Department letterhead signed by the Department Head or supervisor, describing the position and stating why the card is needed. The letter must also include an expiration date.
As a temporary employee, your One Card may be used for library privileges or you may open a Faculty/Staff convenience account for use at different dining and retail locations on campus. Temporary employees are not eligible for gym and pool privileges. Part-time temps will be issued UNC One Cards only if the reason for having it is job-related (i.e. library research, access to buildings).
Temporary employees must pay a $5 card fee for their card. Temporary employees must present a picture ID (valid driver’s license, state ID card, military ID, or passport) before their photos can be taken.
Temporary Employees Not Paid by UNC Payroll
Temporary employees who are not on University Payroll (e.g. Account Temps, Manpower Temps, etc.) need their HR representatives to create them in the Affiliate System. After the HR representatives receives confirmation of PID creation these temporaries can go to the One Card Office with the following:
Temporary employees must pay a $5 card fee for their card. Temporary employees must present a picture ID (valid driver’s license, state ID card, military ID, or passport) before their photos can be taken.
Affiliates must pay a $5 card fee for their card. Affiliates must present a picture ID (valid driver’s license, state ID card, military ID, or passport) before their photos can be taken.