Incoming Fall 2026 Students
Congratulations on your admission to UCLA! While you can submit your BruinCard photo, we ask that you please refrain from visiting the BruinCard office or scheduling an appointment.
- Undergrads: You'll receive your BruinCard during orientation if you submit your photo by your session's deadline.
- Grad/Special Program Students: You may receive special instructions for obtaining your card from your department.
If you don't receive your BruinCard during orientation or pickup instructions from your graduate program, please schedule an appointment after September 1, 2026.
BruinCard Appointment / Walk-in
Walk-in Hours: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Appointment Hours: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Appointment and walk-in services are available at 123 Kerckhoff Hall, Monday through Friday. We strongly recommend scheduling an appointment in order to designate a service time and improve the efficiency of your office visit.
Pick-Up Appointment Requirements
For first-time, replacement, or exchange BruinCards, the cardholder must:
- Be an active University member
- Have an approved BruinCard photo on file
- Have sufficient BruinCard Easy Pay funds if applicable (replacement cost is $25.00, exchange is $5.00, and first-time is free). You may also pay with a credit/debit card in person; please bring the physical card as Apple and Google Pay are not supported. Cash is not accepted.
- Present a U.S. Government issued ID during your visit for first time cards
Ready to make an appointment?
You will receive an automated email confirming your appointment after you fill out the questionnaire and select an appointment time. To cancel or change your appointment, please use the link provided on the email confirmation. Please do not reply to the automated message confirmation.