Student ID: Request an ID Card

Overview

Northwood Tech students can request an official student ID card by submitting the Student ID Request Form and uploading a photo that meets the college's ID photo requirements. Once your request has been processed, you'll be contacted to schedule a pickup appointment.

This article explains how to request a student ID card, photo requirements, and what to expect during pickup.

Key Information

  • Student ID cards must be requested using the Student ID Request Form.
  • A photo that meets the ID photo requirements must be submitted with your request.
  • Student ID cards must be picked up in person.
  • A government-issued photo ID is required when picking up your student ID card.
  • Clinical badges are requested through your instructor and are not processed using the Student ID Request Form.
💡 Tip: Review the photo requirements before submitting your request to help avoid delays caused by rejected photos.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, you'll need:

  • Access to the Student ID Request Form
  • A photo that meets the ID photo requirements
  • A government-issued photo ID (such as a driver's license) to bring to your pickup appointment
  • The ability to pick up your ID card in person

Instructions

Need a Clinical Badge?

If you need a clinical badge for a clinical program, contact your instructor for instructions.

📝 Note: Clinical badges are not requested through the Student ID Request Form.

Request a Student ID Card

  1. Go to the Student ID Request Form.
  2. Complete the required information.
  3. Upload a photo that meets the following requirements:
    • Similar to a driver's license or passport photo.
    • Plain, uncluttered background.
    • Clear, unobstructed view of your face.
    • Straight-on photo from the waist up (no selfie angles).
    • No hats or scarves, except for religious head coverings.
    • No face masks.
    • No filters or photo effects.
    • Stand naturally with your arms at your sides (no poses).
  4. Click Submit.

Pick Up Your Student ID Card

After your request has been processed:

  1. Watch for communication from a Classroom Support Technician.
  2. Schedule your pickup appointment.
  3. Bring a government-issued photo ID to your appointment.
  4. Sign for your student ID card.
  5. Receive your student ID card.
📝 Note: Student ID cards must be picked up in person and cannot be picked up by another individual on your behalf.

Troubleshooting

My photo was rejected

Try the following:

  • Verify that your photo meets all of the photo requirements.
  • Submit a new photo with a plain background and a clear view of your face.
  • Remove hats, face coverings, or photo filters before taking a new picture.

I haven't been contacted to schedule my pickup appointment

Try the following:

  • Check your Northwood Tech email for updates.
  • Allow sufficient time for your request to be processed.
  • If you have not received a response after a reasonable amount of time, contact the Library or submit a Service Desk ticket.

I can't attend my scheduled pickup appointment

Try the following:

  • Contact the Library as soon as possible to reschedule your appointment.

I need a clinical badge instead of a student ID

Try the following:

  • Contact your instructor for instructions on obtaining your clinical badge.

Need Additional Assistance?

If you have questions about requesting or picking up your student ID card, please submit an IT Service Desk ticket.

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