University of Wisconsin-Parkside Parent Guide
Ranger Card
The Ranger Card is absolutely essential for every student. It is the key to accessing services throughout campus and is a vital link in receiving university refunds. Postponing a visit, risks delaying receipt of financial aid; not to mention access to your student’s dining plan, residence hall and the Sports and Activity Center.
Obtaining Your Ranger Card
New students need to visit the Admissions Office or the Cashier’s Office after registration (if a student has attended an orientation session they would have already done this). There you will have a photo taken. The card will arrive in about 7 days at the student’s primary address via United States Postal Service (student’s should make sure the primary address is correct).
Activating the Ranger Card
Upon receiving the card, make sure your student activates it! Visit us on the web at UW-P, keyword: Ranger Card and look for the activation link. Activation instructions are also provided with the card.
Selecting Your University Refund Preference
Important: When activating the Ranger Card your student will choose how to receive his/her financial aid change checks. Delaying activation will delay receipt of funds. There is an option to have your monies sent electronically to a bank account or open a Higher One Checking Account and choose an Easy refund.
