What is a Zip Card?

The Zip Card is the official identification card for The University of Akron students, faculty and staff. 

The Zip Card is also a debit card by simply adding money to your All Campus Account.

The Zip Card also provides building access, library privileges, plus many other activities at our Akron Campus. The first Zip Card free to students, faculty and staff.

You should carry your Zip Card at all times while on any of The University of Akron Campuses. 

Adding Funds to your Zip Card

Add Funds to your Zip Card using the Value Transfer Station (VTS) machines or online.

VTS machine locations on the Wayne Campus:

1. Cashier's Office (upper A-Wing)
2. Wayne College Library (Main Classroom Building)
3. Online at zipcardonline.net

Using your Zip Card at the Wayne Campus!

1. The Barnes & Noble Bookstore (located in the Student Life Building)

• • Used like cash
  • Used as identification

2. Student Services Center or the Cashier's Window (located in the Main Classroom Building)

• • Used as identification

3. Wayne College Library (located in the Main Classroom Building)

• • Pay fines
  • Make copies
  • Library Card

4. Zipstation (located in the Student Life Building)

• • Used like cash

What if I lose my Zip Card or it is Stolen?

Contact the Student Services Center at 330-684-8900. A replacement Zip ID card is $20.

Your Zip Card can also be used on The University of Akron Campus Just a few ways you may use your zip card on the Akron Campus.

• • Gain access to Ocasek Natatorium 
• • Free admission to Zip athletic events including basketball and football games
• • Use as a "key card" if authorized for selected campus buildings

For additional information visit uakron.edu/zipcard.

Questions?

Contact the Student Services Center at 330-684-8900 or by email at waynessc@uakron.edu.