NIU OneCard and Your Z-ID

The NIU OneCard is your official NIU identification. It is used for document printing, allows you to use Huskie Bucks and is required to enter the Law Library after 6 p.m. You can obtain your OneCard one of two ways: At the beginning of orientation Aug. 16 or by submitting your photo to the OneCard office. The OneCard office will email you at your NIU student email with steps and requirements for submitting your photo. Online submissions will be ready the first day of orientation, and on-site requests will be completed by Aug. 17.

The Office of Admissions will provide you with your Z-ID. This is your unique identifier and it is permanent. Your Z-ID allows you to access NIU network applications and resources. As an NIU law student, you will use your Z-ID to take care of a number of critical logistical matters such as establishing your university email account, completing your financial aid application, accepting your financial aid package, and registering for classes during your second and third years at our College of Law. If you have any questions regarding your Z-ID, please call the DoIT Service Desk at 815-753-8100.