Online Orientation

Step 2 -Request an FSUCard

Your official identification is your FSUCard, which you will use throughout your tenure at FSU. There will be a $10.00 charge assessed to your account for this card.

• If you previously attended FSU, you should have an FSUCard number. To check its status, contact the FSUCard Center at 850-644-7777, or via email.  Then, return to this site and continue with your Orientation at Step 3 – Computer Account Verification.

• If you have never attended FSU and:
  • If you live outside Bay, Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties complete the online FSUCard Application now.
  • Clicking this link will open a new window, where you will be prompted to login to blackboard using your FSUID and password. Obtain your FSUCard by following the instructions: After submitting the FSUCard Application, you will receive an email within several hours that lists your FSUCard and library patron numbers. You will need these numbers to access the State University Systems Libraries. The card will be mailed to you within 5-7 business days.
  • If you live within Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties, you must obtain your FSUCard in person from the FSUCard Center, which is located on the FSU main campus. Be certain to bring a government issued photo ID with you such as a valid driver's license, Florida ID, military ID, or passport.

  FSUCard Center, Tallahassee Main Campus
  FSU Parking Garage
  Corner of W. Call Street and Woodward Avenue
  Tallahassee, FL 32306-4112
  Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  Phone: 850-644-7777

  • Continue with your Orientation at Step 3 – Computer Account Verification.
  • If you live within Bay County, go to the Office of Student Affairs on the Panama City campus to obtain your FSUCard. Be certain to bring a government issued photo ID with you such as a valid driver's license, Florida ID, military ID, or passport.

  FSUCard Center, Panama City Campus
  Barron Building, Second Floor
  Hours: Mon - Thurs, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.  Fri, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  Phone: 850-522-2003

  • Continue with your Orientation at Step 3 – Computer Account Verification.
  • If you live in the Republic of Panama, contact the Panama Campus Office of Admissions at the address below for information on how to obtain your FSUCard:

  Office of Student Affairs
  Calle Ernesto J. Castillero #1033
  La Boca, Balboa - Ancon
  Republic of Panama
  Phone: 507-314-0367
  Contact via email

Next:  Step 3 – Computer Account Verification

Return to Current Online Students - Graduate