How to Obtain Your Fairleigh 1Card

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Your Fairleigh 1Card is your official university ID and an essential part of campus life. It grants you access to your meal plan, residence hall, library materials, recreation facilities, athletic events, and many other student resources.

1. Claim Your University NetID

Before requesting your Fairleigh 1Card, you must claim your Fairleigh University NetID. With an FDU NetID, you can access key IT resources, including Microsoft 365.

To claim your NetID, follow the guide in the guide that applies to you:

2. Upload Your Photo

Your 1Card photo should meet professional ID standards (similar to a driver’s license or passport). Subtle smiles are allowed.

You will also receive an email to your FDU.EDU address from Transact Mobile with a unique link to upload your photo.

  1. Press “Submit Your Photo” Button
Example Email

Note

Please follow the Photo Requirements guidelines below to ensure your photo is approved.

  1. Take your photo and follow these guidelines on how to properly capture your photo
    • Should be cropped slightly above head to middle of chest
    • Should be taken against a plain, light background
    • Must be a high quality color photo
    • Must not include sunglasses or hat
    • Must be positioned directly facing the camera
    • Eyes should be open and looking at the camera

Important Important

Please wear a contrasting colored shirt for your photo. Photos cannot be altered using any photo editing software, including filters.

  1. Once you captured your photo, upload it by pressing the grey box with the cloud icon.
  1. Once uploaded, it will be processed for initial review. This may take up to 30 seconds
  1. If approved, it will denote a green badge denoting it is pending final approval
    • You can also go back and change the photo by pressing “Change Photo” button
  1. Complete your photo submission by pressing the “Submit and Sign Out” button

Photos are reviewed during regular business hours.

You will receive an email once your photo is approved. If denied, upload a new photo promptly.

Example Email of photo approval

3. Pick Up Your 1Card

Required for ID Pickup

Bring your class schedule or FDU ID number when picking up your card.

On-Campus Students

  • Pick up at the check-in desk
  • If you miss your check-in, you may pick up your ID at Public Safety after hours. Public Safety locations for both campuses are listed below

If you have completed all the steps above and are experiencing issues, fill out the form linked below:

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Remote Students

Remote students will receive their Fairleigh 1Card by mail. Contact your department for more information.

All Other Students, Faculty, Staff, and Contractors

Visit Public Safety, which are open 24/7, to take your ID photo and obtain your Fairleigh 1Card same day.


Public Safety Locations:

Metro Campus (Green Public Safety Building)
870 River Road
Teaneck, NJ 07666

Florham Campus
The Barn, Dreyfuss Rd
Madison, NJ 07940

Last Modified: August 13, 2025