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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The University ID office is located on the first floor of the Student Union Building Room 105. Your first undergraduate and graduate student ID is $25, billed to your student tuition account. Lost, stolen, and damaged cards are subject to a $20 replacement fee

Parent And Student Frequently Asked Questions

Not Sure How The Dining Plan Works?

  • Please visit Hospitality Services' Dining Plan page.
  • If you still have questions, please call Hospitality Services at 806.742.1360 for more information.

Will My Dining Bucks Rollover?

  • Yes, 100% of unused Dining Bucks will roll over as long as you remain on campus. If moving off campus, Dining Bucks will automatically rollover 50% of unused balance at the end of the spring semester to a Commuter Dining Plan."
  • Commuter Plans rollover as long as you are enrolled or employed.

Faculty & Staff Frequently Asked Questions

I Am A Faculty/Staff Member And Do Not Know What My "R" Number Is.

  • To get your TechID Number:
    • Go to www.raiderlink.ttu.edu
    • Enter your eraider username and password
    • On the next screen click on the tab labeled TTU Employee
    • Click "Employee Dashboard"
    • Click "My Profile" underneath your name
    • Your TechID number is located on the left hand side, under your name.

Are Retired TTU Employees Eligible To Receive A RaiderCard?

  • To find out if you are eligible for a TTU Retiree RaiderCard, contact the Human Resources Office. 
  • There is no charge for the first RaiderCard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Do I Need To Bring To Pick Up My RaiderCard?

  • You will need to bring your official government issued identification card. IE:
    • Driver's License
    • State Issued ID
    • Passport
    • Military ID

Can I Submit A Photo Online?

If I Submit My Photo Online, Will The RaiderCard Be Mailed To Me?

  • If you are taking in-person classes at Texas Tech you will need to pick up your RaiderCard in person. Proper identification is required to obtain a RaiderCard card.
  • If you are attending an orientation or are a late registrant, you will pick up your RaiderCard in person.
  • If you are a distant education student taking classes online, please view the ID Verification Guidelines for distance learners here: https://www.depts.ttu.edu/unvid/de_requirements_ttu.php.

Will I Be Charged For The First RaiderCard?

  • Your first undergraduate or graduate RaiderCard is $25 and will be billed to your student tuition account.

Is There A Replacement Fee For A Lost, Stolen, Or Damaged Card?

  • Lost, stolen, and damaged RaiderCards are subject to a $20 replacement fee. If you file a police report for a stolen ID, please bring it with you the office; there will be no charge for your replacement ID.

Where Do I Pickup My ID Card?

  • Room 105 Student Union, University ID Office

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