Your BlasterCard photo will be used as your identification photo for official University business and records, including but not limited to your BlasterCard. In order to have your BlasterCard printed in advance for you, we ask that you submit a professional color passport style photo showing a full front view of your head and shoulders according to the requirements shown on this site.
By submitting this photo for your BlasterCard you agree this photo may be used by Colorado School of Mines. Please contact the Campus Living Office if you have questions about this policy at 303-384-2273 (CARD).
To begin, click on the “Get Started Now!” button on the home page.


Refer to the above example for acceptable photos.
DO'S AND DON'TS:
DO:
- ✓ Submit a color photo
- ✓ Center your face
- ✓ Use a neutral facial expression
DON'T:
- ✗ Wear a hat or sunglasses
- ✗ Have any objects with you
- ✗ Submit a photo older than six months
HELPFUL TIPS
- As a general rule of thumb, your photo should be as professional as possible
- If eyeglasses contain glare, the photo may be rejected
SAMPLE DIAGRAM
REMINDER
Only passport-style photos will be approved. If your photo does not meet any of the listed requirements, it will be denied.
If needed, you may use the tools to crop, rotate, and resize the submitted photo.
Click the box to confirm.
Please note: Only .jpeg or .png images will be accepted.
If needed, you may use the tools to crop, rotate, and resize your government ID.
Need to change your photo? Re-upload below.
I have reviewed the necessary requirements of the government ID photo. I understand that if I submit a photo that does not meet the requirements or is improperly formatted, my application may be delayed until a suitable photo is resubmitted.
Sign your full name using a mouse, finger, or stylus. Click ‘Save’ to continue or ‘Reset’ to start over.
Thank you for your submission! All required documents have been successfully uploaded to our database. Your confirmation number is XXXXX.
Once your BlasterCard has been printed and is available for pickup you will need to bring your government-issued ID to our office to obtain your BlasterCard.