Detailed Instructions

This photo will be used as your identification photo for official university business and records, including, but not limited to, your CMU MAVcard. We ask that you submit a professional, color photo showing a full-front view of your head and shoulders.

If you are an Online Distance Learner your MAVcard will be sent to you. Please submit your photo using this site and select distance learner when prompted.

By submitting this photo you agree this photo may be used by Colorado Mesa Univesity. If you have questions about use of your MAVcard photo please email us at [email protected] or call us at 970-248-1059.

To begin, click on the “Get Started Now!” button on the home page.

STEP ONE: Take Your Photo

Refer to the above example for acceptable photos.

DO'S AND DON'TS:

DO:

✓ Submit a color photo
✓ Solid color background
✓ Center your face
✓ Include some space around head and shoulders

DON'T:

✗ Wear a hat or sunglasses
✗ Have any face coverings including your hair
✗ Have any objects with you
✗ Submit a photo older than six months
✗ Take a photo of a photo
✗ Manipulate an existing photo so that it has a solid background

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

I have reviewed the necessary photo requirements for the CMU MAVcard. 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 has been resubmitted. I hereby certify that the information provided is correct and the photo I am uploading is a true image of myself. I agree to the Terms and Conditions document linked at the top of the page. I understand that by submitting this photo, it will be used by Colorado Mesa University for official purposes.

STEP TWO: Upload Your Photo

First name *

Last name *

Student ID *

Email address *

REMINDER

If your photo does not meet the standard for MAVcard student IDs, it will be denied, and you will be asked to submit a new photo.

STEP THREE: Edit Your Photo

If needed, you may use the tools to crop, rotate, and resize the submitted photo.

STEP FOUR: Preview Your Photo

Does it match? Compare your photo to the sample card photo shown in the preview.
Click the box to confirm.

I have reviewed the necessary photo requirements for the CMU MAVcard. 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 has been resubmitted. I hereby certify that the information provided is correct and the photo I am uploading is a true image of myself. I agree to the Terms and Conditions document linked at the top of the page. I understand that by submitting this photo, it will be used by Colorado Mesa University for official purposes.

STEP FIVE: Upload Your Government ID

Upload a copy of your driver’s license or passport using a mobile device or computer.
Please note: Only .jpg or .png images will be accepted.

STEP SIX: Edit Your Government ID

Your upload is displayed below.
If needed, you may use the tools to crop, rotate, and resize your government ID.
Need to change your photo? Re-upload below.

STEP SEVEN: Preview Your Government ID

Step 7 will display a sample driver's license ID card and preview of your government ID photo.

Compare your photo submission to the example on the left. Click both checkboxes below to continue.

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.

STEP EIGHT: Signature

Sign your full name using a mouse, finger, or stylus. Click ‘Save’ to continue or ‘Reset’ to start over.