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Welcome to Chico State!

Request a Wildcat ID Card

Who is eligible to get a Wildcat ID Card?

Eligible: 

• Active staff and faculty
• Emeritus and retired faculty
• Currently enrolled students (including undergraduate, graduate, Elder College, International Scholars, and Upward Bound participants) 
• Contractors or vendors who have been approved (see Wildcat ID Card Process for Contractors and Vendors)

Ineligible: 

• Incoming students who have not enrolled in classes or orientation
• Alumni and former students
• Former (non-retired) staff and faculty

How do I get my Wildcat ID Card?

Visit our office during business hours with your Chico State ID number and a valid photo identification (e.g., state ID, driver’s license, or passport).

• Staff and Faculty: Cards are provided free, typically during onboarding with Human Resources.
• Students: Your first Wildcat ID Card is free.
  • Students receiving a Wildcat ID Card replacement will be charged a $2.00 fee. Students can upload these funds via the GET Mobile app, the GET Website, or using cash in Student Services Center 230.
• Contractors and Vendors: Follow the instructions listed under Wildcat ID Card Process for Contractors and Vendors.

Online and Distance Learning Students: You can request your Wildcat ID Card to be mailed to you! 
 
Submit a Wildcat ID Card Request and include your full mailing address. Alternatively, send an email to ID-Cards@csuchico.edu with your Chico State ID number and mailing address. 

Wildcat ID Card Photo Criteria 

If submitting your own photo, please make sure that it aligns with all requirements below: 

Appropriate: 

• Background: Light-colored or minimally patterned wall (recommended: light blue, gray, or beige).
• Framing: Shoulders-up, passport-style, facing straight at the camera (smiling is allowed!).
• Attire: Clothing is required -- no shirtless or swimsuit images. 
• Composition: Center yourself in the frame with space around your face. 

Inappropriate: 

• Background: Avoid black or white backgrounds (they distort the printed image and will be rejected). No busy backgrounds (cars, trees, etc.).
• Framing: No tilted heads, turned shoulders, or looking to the side.
• Attire: Remove hats, headphones, AirPods, sunglasses, scarves, lanyards, or face masks. 
  • Religious attire (e.g., hijabs, turbans, kippahs) is allowed. 
• Composition: No cut-off foreheads, filters, Photoshop, or other edits. 
• Other: No other people or pets in the image. Do not submit a photo or scan of another ID (e.g., driver’s license).

Sample Wildcat ID Card Photo

The image below is a good example of an ideal Wildcat ID Card photo.

Submit a Wildcat ID Card Photo for Approval

1. Log into the CSGold ID Card System (idcard.csuchico.edu) using your Chico State username and password. 
   • If you are unable to sign in, please contact the Wildcat ID Card Office. 
2. In the left sidebar, click Submit ID Photo. If you have a current photo, it will be displayed here. 
3. Click Upload Photo and choose an image that aligns with the Wildcat ID Card Photo Criteria listed above. 
   

All submitted photos are subject to approval by the Wildcat ID Card Office. If approved, your Wildcat ID Card Photo will appear on your profile. If your image is rejected, you should receive a notice with instructions on how to resubmit a new photo. You can upload a new photo as many times as necessary. 

 Still need help? Contact the Wildcat ID Card Office for further assistance.
  
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