Intended Use
The UC Merced CatCard is a multi-service identification card for people who are affiliated with the campus. It is designed to make daily business and access on campus more versatile, while keeping your data more secure.
CatCard Photos
Hats, sunglasses and other obstructive objects are not allowed in CatCard photos.
Active Cards
You may have only one active card at any given time.
MobileID
CatCard MobileID is a web app available to staff and students using smart mobile devices. You can use MobileID as a companion app that allows you to pay for your meal and merchandise across campus, add funds to your Cat Dollars, check plan balances and recent transactions, manage your OZZI check-outs, deactivate lost CatCard, and donate and request into iCare from your phone. This new functionality will make accessing campus card services more convenient. While MobileID offers added convenience, it is not meant to replace the physical CatCard and will not allow door access entry. Any information or data available on MobileID cannot be transferred, duplicated, or altered. Anyone transferring, duplicating, or altering a CatCard ID or CatCard MobileID will be under UC Merced judicial sanctions.
Replacement Cards
Students, faculty, and staff receive their first CatCard at no charge. University affiliates must pay the $20 fee for their first CatCard and can arrange with their sponsoring department to recharge the $20 to that department. Anyone who needs to obtain a replacement CatCard ID, where the existing card is lost, stolen, damaged, faulty, or if you have changed your name, must pay a $20 fee. You can get your replacement card by visiting the CatCard Office during business hours.
Affiliate Cards
Departments can obtain affiliate UCM CatCard ID for partnering vendors and contractors whose businesses require frequent access to campus buildings. Affiliate UC Merced CatCard IDs are available as a courtesy to university vendors and contractors, and campus visitors are also eligible for affiliate cards. Affiliate cardholders cannot obtain affiliate cards for anyone. All affiliate cards have a maximum expiration date of one year after the card issue date, and they must be renewed annually in order to confirm the continuing eligibility of the cardholder and their sponsor. The cost of affiliate AffiliateUC Merced CatCard ID is $20.
Request an Affiliate UC Merced CatCard ID.
Lost/Stolen CatCard or CatCard Reactivation
If your CatCard is lost or stolen, it is your responsibility to immediately report it. Your CatCard can be deactivated immediately, blocking the unauthorized use of your Cat Dollars account funds, meal plan funds, and building access by visiting myBill.ucmerced.edu, and selecting "To view the balance on your Catcard, or to deactivate your card click here." You can also signup and use CatCard MobileID (mobileid.ucmerced.edu) to deactivate your card or email catcard@ucmerced.edu, or call the CatCard Office at 209-500-6464 during business hours 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday to report your lost or stolen CatCard.
If you find your CatCard, please visit the CatCard Office to reactivate your card. Please remember to bring your valid government-issued photo ID card to reactivate your CatCard (Either your U.S. driver's license issued by DMV, U.S. identification card issued by DMV, Permanent Resident/US Department of Homeland Security/US green card, passport, or U.S. Military identification card. Note: Any identification card or passport stamped "Void" is not acceptable per Homeland Security.)
If you find a lost CatCard, please return it to the CatCard Office or to the lost and found located at the UC Merced Police Department.
Card Abuse
You are responsible for the use of your CatCard, and therefore, the security of your information and funds. Do not lend your card to others. Unauthorized use, or authorized use by a party other than the person identified on the card, will result in confiscation and possible disciplinary action by the university.
Name Change
If you change your name, you can get a CatCard issued with your new name for a $20 fee paid to the cashier's office. It takes five to seven business days for the CatCard system to update your new name.
Caring for Your CatCard
To ensure your CatCard continues to function properly, DO NOT:
- Punch holes in the card.
- Place the card on stereo equipment, computers, or near any magnetic fields.
- Carry the card in the area surrounded by high voltage electricity.
Refund Request
Fill out a refund request form to present to the Cat Card Office.
