Summary
Purdue is mobile-first for students, and the Purdue Mobile ID is the primary form of student identification. Students who are unable to use the Purdue Mobile ID due to device incompatibility or because they need access to a location that does not support Mobile ID may request a waiver for a physical Purdue ID card fee.
Students who need a physical Purdue ID card will be billed to the student's myPurdue account.
After receiving the card, students who believe they qualify for an exception may submit the Physical ID Card Fee Waiver Request.
Question
How do students request a waiver for a physical Purdue ID card?
Students who are unable to use the Purdue Mobile ID may be eligible to request a waiver for a physical Purdue ID card fee.
Examples include:
- The student does not have a compatible mobile device.
- The student's device is not compatible with Purdue Mobile ID.
- The student requires access to a location that does not support Purdue Mobile ID.
Answer
Students must complete the online Physical ID Card Fee Waiver Request Form. The form can be accessed by scanning the QR code displayed in the Office of the Bursar, Stewart Center (STEW) Room 194 during normal business hours.Once submitted, the request will be reviewed by Purdue ID Card Operations. If approved, the physical Purdue ID card fee will be waived and the fee removed from the student's myPurdue account.
Frequently Asked Questions
How will I know if my waiver request was approved?
You will be notified of the decision through your Purdue email address. Please monitor your Purdue email for updates regarding the status of your waiver request.
Can a student purchase a physical Purdue ID card because they are part of a club or student organization?
No. Students cannot request or purchase a physical Purdue ID card solely because they participate in a student organization, club, sport, or other campus activity. For security reasons, Purdue limits the issuance of both a physical ID card and a Purdue Mobile ID credential to the same individual.
Is approval automatic?
No. Waiver requests are reviewed individually and must meet eligibility requirements before approval.
Can I submit the waiver request form online?
No. The Physical ID Card Fee Waiver Request Form is not available online. Students must scan the QR code located in the Office of the Bursar, Stewart Center (STEW) Room 194 during normal business hours to access and submit the waiver request form. This process helps ensure requests are submitted by the student requesting the waiver.
What is the cost of a physical Purdue ID card?
The cost of a physical Purdue ID card is $40. The fee will be billed directly to the student's myPurdue account. Students who believe they qualify for an exception may submit a Physical ID Card Fee Waiver Request for review after receiving their card. If the waiver request is approved, the $40 fee will be waived. Approval is not automatic, and all requests are reviewed individually.