This article explains the various types of identification (ID) cards offered by the University, as well as their eligibility, timing, and how to request them. You will find information about each of these forms of IDs:
- Campus Card
- UChicago Card
- Chicago Theological Seminary Card
- Hospital Badge
- Ratner/Athletics Card
- Short-Term Access Card
| Campus Card |
Those who need University services but are not eligible for a UChicago Card | Contractors who are not staff of the University in addition to part-time or temporary staff who are not eligible for a UChicago Card but need card swipe or tap access to University facilities or affiliate systems
Family of resident staff |
Will close when the appointment or relationship with the University has ended. Must be replaced yearly for anyone continuing to require access. | See your local service provider, e.g., the building manager. | IT Services Campus Card Service |
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| UChicago Card |
Active or current UChicago students
Active or current UChicago staff Active or current UChicago faculty Other active or current UChicago academic appointees |
Faculty, academics, staff, and enrolled students in credit programs | Stays active for the time the cardholder has an active status as faculty, student, or staff of the University. | Visit the ID & Privileges Office. | ID & Privileges Office |
| Chicago Theological Seminary Card |
Active or current CTS students, staff, and faculty | See the CTS admissions office for more information. | Chicago Theological Seminary | ||
| Hospital Badge |
Active or current University of Chicago Medicine staff and faculty | Medical center employees, agency nurses, contractors, HHMI staff and volunteers | Stays active while a Hospital employee has an active appointment or position. | Produced as part of employee orientation, other permissions | Support: 773.702.4382 |
| Ratner/ Athletics Card |
Active members | Non-students who have purchased a gym membership and are not UChicago cardholders | Apply for gym membership.
Note: Registered UChicago students use their UChicago Card |
UChicago Athletics and Recreation Memberships | |
| Short-Term Access Card |
Sponsored visitors (less than two weeks) | Short-term visitors and employees who need to move into their office space prior to their start date | Department administrators may apply to the IPO for cards ($25 a card) | Short-Term Access Overview |