BU Identification Card (Terrier Card)

The BU Terrier Card is the official ID card for Boston University students, faculty, and staff.

The Terrier Card is used for building access, borrowing privileges at Boston University libraries, discounts at the Barnes & Noble at BU, dining at the Faculty Staff Dining Room, and discounts to University events as well as other benefits both on and off campus.

Human Resources does not issue student Terrier Cards. Please visit the student Terrier Card website for more information.

New Employee Terrier Card

Charles River and Fenway Campus

All regular full- and part-time staff hired through Human Resources are entitled to a Terrier Card; you may visit this page to submit a request.

Medical Campus

Medical Campus faculty, staff, and guests/affiliates who need a Terrier Card should contact the Medical Campus ID office located on the ground floor of 650 Albany Street (X Building). Their contact phone number is 617-358-7603 and their email is MEDID@bu.edu.