What is the LakerCard?
The LakerCard is the official Student, Faculty, and Staff ID for Clayton State University.  It is also a Library Card and a financial transaction card.  It is intended to be used the entire time you are at Clayton State.  It is not necessary to receive a new card each semester.

 

Who is eligible to receive a LakerCard?
The LakerCard is issued to all registered Clayton State students.  All full and part-time permanent faculty and staff are eligible to receive a LakerCard.  Temporary staff may receive a LakerCard based upon approval of the manager and LakerCard Center.

 

What is the LakerCard Account?
The LakerCard Account is an optional, pre-paid, declining balance account.  The account can be used to purchase products and services at any location which accepts the LakerCard.  When making a purchase, indicate that you would like to use your LakerCard Account, and the amount is automatically deducted from your account. 

 

How do I open a LakerCard Account?
Stop by the LakerCard Center located on the first floor of the University Center make a deposit or visit one of the Value Transfer Stations located across campus.  There is no minimum cash deposit in the LakerCard Center; the minimum check, credit card and debit card deposit is $5.00.  Value Transfer Stations accept cash only and give no change.

 

Can I make a deposit with my credit or debit card?
Credit and debit cards may be used for deposits in the LakerCard Center only.  We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.  A minimum deposit of $5.00 is required.  Deposits using a credit card are considered purchases, not cash advances, so there are no additional services fees or charges.

 

Where can I use my LakerCard Account?
The following locations accept the LakerCard for payment of goods and services:

• The Lakeside Café
• The University Bookstore
• SmartPrint
• Vending Machines
• Student Copiers (University Center, Library, and Music Building)
• Library
• Public Safety
• Nurse-managed Clinic
• Dental Hygiene

 

What if my LakerCard is lost or stolen?
Read more about lost/stolen cards in the Lost, Stolen and Replacement Cards section of the LakerCard policies.

 

Why can’t I get money from my LakerCard?
Your LakerCard Account is designed as a convenience for payment of goods and services on campus and is not intended to be utilized as a bank account.  The LakerCard Center is not a licensed bank, and withdrawals prior to graduation or withdrawal are not allowed.  For more information about refunds, visit Closing Accounts/Issuing Refunds of Account Balance.

 

Where can I check my LakerCard Account balance?
You may check your balance at any Value Transfer Station, in the LakerCard Center, or at the Lakeside Café cashier.  Your balance is also displayed at the end of vending and copying transactions and during your SmartPrint transactions.

 

Can I have my replacement card sent to me in the mail? 
For security purposes, we only issue replacement cards in person to the cardholder.

 

If my card has been suspended, can I have my card reinstated over the phone?
For security purposes, we only reinstate cards when cardholder presents their card in person at the LakerCard Center.