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Submit a Custom U Card Photo

Those eligible for a U Card are able to upload a photo in advance. Read the information below to learn about the requirements of U Card photos, then upload your photo via the button at the bottom of the page.

Requirements

A clear image in color without any added filters, effects, or clipart.
At least 600 pixels by 600 pixels or 2" x 2" photo in JPEG format.
- All modern smartphone cameras will meet this requirement.
Use of a plain white, off-white or light gray background, free of patterns, objects, textures, etc. (No trees, bricks, windows, grass, stairs, wood, doors, etc.)
Image of face and shoulders facing forward. Do NOT zoom in on the face. Leave space around the sides of your face and the top of your head.
Use good lighting. No overexposed photos.
A clear, unobstructed, front view of the full head and shoulders. No hands can be touching the face or in the image. Eyes must be open and looking at the camera.
A photo of the subject alone in normal street attire with no hats, sunglasses, hand symbols, or pets in photo (religious head coverings are acceptable).
- This photo will be used by instructors and staff, so make sure to present professionally.
Recent (less than 6 months old).

Photo Examples

Person looking at the camera with full head and shoulders visible against a plain, grey background. Green check mark is shown on the bottom corner. — This photo has a clear view of the entire face with a clear, plain background and is not cropped in.

Person shown facing away from the camera with only the side of their face visible against a plain background. Red "X" in the bottom corner. — Clear background, however the entire face is not visible.

Person looking at the camera with a book shelf in the background. Person's hands are in the photo and partially blocking their shoulders. Red "X" in the bottom corner. — Busy background and hands lifting into the frame.

Person shown with a busy, beach background. Hair is blocking the sides of the face and a hand is blocking the lower portion of one side of the face. Red "X" in the bottom corner. — Busy background, too far cropped in, and hands/hair block the face.

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