What is the ISU Card?
What is the ISUCard?
It's your student/faculty/staff ID card The ISUCard carries your university ID number and photo. Your university ID number is not the same as your social security number, though some university departments may request your social security number.
It's your access card
The ISUCard verifies your status as an ISU student, faculty or staff member and provides access to university services and facilities, such as AccessPlus and the Lied Recreation/Athletic Facility.
It's your library card
The ISUCard is your passport to ISU Library services.
It's your ATM card
You have the option of making your ISUCard your ATM card by opening a checking account at U. S. Bank. Income paid to Iowa State University by U.S. Bank for services associated with the ISUCard are used to support the ISUCard Office and student programs.
It's your shopping card
If you choose to make your ISUCard an ATM card through U. S. Bank, it can be used at ATM machines, the University Book Store and other merchants where you see the SHAZAM or PLUS symbols displayed.
It's access to your CyCash account
You can activate your CyCash account through AccessPlus by depositing up to $250 through either a direct debit from your checking/savings account or by charging up to $50 on your University Bill. By activating the CyCash account, your ISUCard acts just like money and can be used at a variety of on-campus locations, such as the Vending Machines, Memorial Union Food Court, ISU copy centers, University Book Store, Copy Machines in the Library, Department of Residence C-Stores, Laundry Facilities, Dining Facilities, and Copiers. CyCash can also be used at Campus Book Store.
It's your future
Your ISUCard services will only continue to grow.
It's your responsibility
The security of your ISUCard is important. You should report the loss of your ISUCard immediately to the ISUCard Office, (515) 294-2727. Unauthorized use of your ISUCard could result in some liability. There is a fee to replace your ISUCard.
Questions?
If you have questions about the ISUCard or want to find out how to receive your ISUCard and begin enjoying its convenience and versatility, contact the ISUCard Office at (515) 294-2727.
