Get Your Student ID

Student ID

Houston City College operates six colleges with multiple locations throughout the greater Houston metropolitan area. With a large student and employee population, being able to identify members of our HCC community is of great importance. Thus, students and employees are asked to secure an ID and display the ID in a visible fashion when on campus.

  2. Step

    Fill out the information as requested including selecting a location of where you would like to pick up your ID. You can refer to hccs.edu/locations for the exact locations of the campuses listed in the drop-down menu.

  3. Step

    Upload your picture. The picture should be one passport-style photo as specified below:

      • Color photograph with a plain, light-colored background.
      • Current self-portrait (no edited or Photoshopped images).
      • Full-face front view with the head centered facing straight towards the camera.
      • Clear and good quality.

  4. Step

    Submit

  5. Step

    Check emails. You will receive communication as follows:

      • Acknowledgment that your request was submitted.
      • Notification that your picture was Accepted or Rejected.
      • If your picture was not acceptable, follow the directions to submit a new picture.
      • Notification that your ID has been produced and is ready for pick up at the location you selected.

  6. Step

    Pickup ID within 72 hours from receipt of email #3. Refer to hccs.edu/cashiers for the physical address and hours of operation for the pick-up site you specified. After picking it up, you will receive one final email confirming your ID has been picked up. If you get this email and you have NOT picked up your ID, follow the directions on the email.

Frequently Asked Questions

All Houston City College employees and current students must obtain an HCC photo identification card. 

What You Get to Do with ID Card

  • Access library and computer lab usage, offices providing student services, college activities and elections for student leaders.
  • Receive discounts or free admission to events.
  • Access HCC Vehicle Assistance Program.

About Your ID Card

  • It is unique to you.
  • It is not transferable and is only for your personal use.
    • Allowing someone else to use your card or using someone else’s card is prohibited and may result in the suspension of your ID card privileges and /or other disciplinary actions.
  • Employees and students must be prepared to present their photo IDs upon request of a college official.
  • Identification after hours or in an emergency.
  1. Step 1: After enrolling and paying for your classes, go here to request an ID.
  2. Step 2: Fill out the information as requested including selecting a location of where you would like to pick up your ID. You can refer to hccs.edu/locations for the exact locations of the campuses listed in the drop-down menu.
  3. Step 3: Upload your picture. The picture should be one passport-style photo as specified below:
    • Color photograph with a plain, light-colored background.
    • Current self-portrait (no edited or Photoshopped images).
    • Full-face front view with the head centered facing straight towards the camera.
    • Clear and good quality.
  4. Step 4: Submit
  5. Step 5: Check emails. You will receive communication as follows:
    • Acknowledgment that your request was submitted.
    • Notification that your picture was Accepted or Rejected.
    • If your picture was not acceptable, follow the directions to submit a new picture.
    • Notification that your ID has been produced and is ready for pick up at the location you selected.
  6. Step 6: Pickup ID within 72 hours from receipt of email #3. Refer to hccs.edu/cashiers for the physical address and hours of operation for the pick-up site you specified. After picking it up, you will receive one final email confirming your ID has been picked up. If you get this email and you have NOT picked up your ID, follow the directions on the email.

The process should take approximately 3- 5 business days.

If students lose their ID cards, they should: go here to request a replacement ID.

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