The Gator Card is the official University of Houston-Downtown identification card. The Gator Card is issued to provide access to facilities and services such as the university library, the computer labs, Sports & Fitness Center and to a declining balance meal program.
The issuance of an active Gator Card will be based upon an individual’s primary affiliation with UHD and is only valid and active when the bearer is a registered student, staff, faculty, alumni, or university affiliate of the University of Houston-Downtown.
The components of the Gator Card are:
- Digitized Picture: Used for identification
- Student PeopleSoft ID number: Used for identification
- Magnetic Stripe (on back): Use for database connection to access services.
The initial Gator Card is free for students and employees and is $10 for alumni. A replacement card will cost $10.
GatorCash can be loaded through online credit card deposit via the GatorCash webpage.
GatorCash can only be added to ID cards that are in the format shown above.
GatorCash can be used at all UHD Dining Services locations:
- UHD Food Court, Academic Building
- Starbucks, Academic Building
- Sushi, Academic Building
- UHD Food Trucks
Yes, the digitalized photos are stored in the Gator Card database. This allows for instant card replacement. The photo also gives the Gator Card staff an additional means of identifying persons requesting replacement cards.
Notice of lost/stolen cards or of unauthorized card use should be reported immediately by phone or in person to University of Houston-Downtown, University Business Services Office, One Main Street, Suite S910, Houston, Texas 77002-1014. The phone number is (713) 221-8611. Business hours are 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
