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Directory ID & Password
The University Directory ID and Password can be used instead of your Social Security Number (SSN) and Personal Identification Number (PIN). For the security conscious, the University is in the process of phasing out the use of SSN and replacing them with Student ID numbers.

The ID and password are used to access several on-line campus systems and services such as email accounts, Testudo, the ARES payroll system and more. You can accept the Directory ID that the University generated for you, or select your own. Click the link below for more information.

Before obtaining your Directory ID, you must have a Student ID number (or SSN) and PIN number. Your default PIN number is your birthday (MMDDYY)

» Directory ID Creation web page

The University is currently in the process of phasing out the use of Social Security Numbers in favor of a University ID number.