Use good lighting. Photos that are dark, overexposed, or show glare on glasses will not be accepted.
Needs to have a plain, solid white, off-white or light blue background. (No patterns, textures, or scenic backgrounds)
Centered, including both shoulder with full face in view using a neutral facial expression or a natural smile.
Important
Attending orientation? Photos must be submitted three days prior to your orientation date.
You will be notified via email within two business days if your photo was accepted or rejected.
Note: Online photo submission for new terms will not be available until the below dates.
Semester
Availability
Summer
mid - April
Fall
mid - May
Spring
mid - October
How Do I Submit My Photo?
Step One: Be sure your photo meets the guidelines. Step Two:Log in to your Transact accountusing your UNG credentials. (Do not add the @ung.edu to your username.) Step Three: Select "profile" from your account main screen. Step Four: Choose "Submit a New Photo." Step Five: Choose either the .JPG or .PNG file format and upload your photo. Step Six: Review your photo to make sure it meets the guidelines and choose "Submit & Sign Out."
How Do I Receive My ID Card?
I will attend orientation - Card Services will be handing out ID cards, during their orientation check in, to all students who submit an OLA photo before their orientation deadline. Anyone who does not submit a photo by their orientation deadline, will need to pick up their ID Card from card services during normal business hours.
I will not attend orientation - Your ID can be requested at any Card Services location. You will need to bring a Photo ID to pick up your Nighthawks Card. There may be a charge for a replacement ID card of $25.00.
Does Your Photo Meet the Guidelines?
Do
Use a color photo in a jpg format
Make sure your eyes are open and visible
Crop the photo to leave room above your head and include both shoulders in the photo
Examples of photos that will be approved.
Don't
Group photos or pictures with pets
Sunglasses, hats or anything that obstructs the face
Tilted heads, selfies, and glamour shots
Comical photos or photos with gestures
Backgrounds that are not plain/solid white, off-white or light blue
Low-quality or dark images
Social media filters
Examples of photos that will not be approved.
*Photos that are inappropriate will be reviewed by the Dean of Students. University of North Georgia Card Services reserves the right to refuse any photos that do not meet these requirements. Failure to adhere to photo submission guidelines is subject to appropriate University action as deemed necessary.
Photo Tips
If you have a problem submitting a photo cropped from a larger photo, you may need to retake your photo in a smaller size or use a different photo editing tool.
If you are having background issues, make sure you are using a plain, solid white, off-white or light blue wall. Doors or walls with paneling will not be accepted. Try using poster board as a background option.
Photos taken with a cell phone may require better lighting.
using your UNG credentials. (Do not add the @ung.edu to your username.)
