Getting a BearCard

How do I get a Bear Card?

To get your BearCard (UCA ID), submit your photo using the unique link in the photo submission email.  After you get an approved email back, you can add BearCard Mobile.

What will I need to get a BearCard?

New Students:

  • Schedule of Classes (You MUST be registered for classes)
  • Photo ID (Passport, Driver’s License, or Military ID)

Current Students:

  • Physical/plastic replacement cards are $15. (Debit/Credit cards, Cash, Checks)
  • You will need to know your ID number (B01234567)

Full-Time and Part-Time faculty and staff:

  • If this is the first time you are getting a BearCard, you will need a photo ID (Passport, Driver’s License, or Military ID)
  • Physical/plastic replacement cards are $15. (Debit/Credit cards, Cash, Checks)

Bear Partners

  • An official, valid photo ID (ex Passport, Driver’s License, Military ID, or UACCM Student ID)
  • Your UCA ID number (ex “B01234567” – this can be found on your acceptance letter)
  • Replacement cards are $15. (Debit/Credit Cards, Cash, Checks)

Notes:

  • For your protection, we do not use social security numbers.
  • If obtaining a Bear Card for the first time, you will not be charged.
  • We accept:  Visa  – MasterCard – Discover – American Express