TechHelp

: The Pride Card

The Pride Card

The Pride Card allows students and employees to use their Springfield College ID to make purchases across our campus and beyond. Utilizing a debit-like account setup and Pride Dollars, card holders will enjoy the convenience of being able to make purchases on campus, including purchasing books for the semester, grabbing a bite to eat, or buying a Springfield College sweatshirt.

Pride Card is more than just the official Springfield College ID Card. It is also used for:

  • Meal plan accessPride Dollars - a prepaid debit-like account
  • Pride Dollars - a prepaid debit-like account
  • Residence hall accessRecreation facility access
  • Recreation facility access
  • Student Health Services
  • Library Card
  • Purchases from selected merchants, including the campus bookstore, post office, print shop, vending machines and Student Activities' events and tickets

Manage Your Pride Card Account

Your Pride Card should be in your possession at all times, and must be presented upon request to any Springfield College official. Although the card is issued to individuals, it remains the property of Springfield College. It is non-transferable and subject to Pride Card terms and conditions.

  • Pride Card Mobile - GET app

    The GET app allows you to access your Pride Card account from your cell phone or tablet. Simply download the app from your device's App Store, and login using your PrideNet credentials to view your account balances or add funds to your Pride Card account.

    For Apple devices, the GET app requires iOS 14.5 or later, and is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

    For Android devices, the GET app is compatible with Android 7.0 and up.

  • About Your Pride Card

    Protect Your Card

    Your Pride Card should be in your possession at all times, and must be presented upon request to any Springfield College official. Although the card is issued to an individual, the card remains the property of Springfield College. It is non-transferable and subject to Pride Card terms and conditions.

    Your card can be used to make purchases both on and off campus. For your protection, you should treat it with the same care as you would your driver’s license or credit card.

    DO NOT:

    • Mark or bend your card
    • Punch holes in your card
    • Scratch the magnetic strip on your card
    • Use your card as an ice scraper
    • Add stickers to your card

    Lost or Stolen Cards

    If your Pride Card is lost or stolen:

    • Deactivate your card immediately to ensure your funds are secure and your building access privileges are not compromised. Login to your Pride Card Account using your PrideNET username and password.
    • If you have deactivated your card, but then find it prior to being issued a new card, you can reactivate it by logging into your Pride Card account. Cards will not be reactivated over the phone.
    • The Technology Services Center can issue you a new
    • Please note - Filing a police report does not waive the replacement fee for a stolen card.
    • When a replacement card is issued, only the new card remains active. All previously issued cards become unusable.
    • Once the new card is activated, related services such as Pride Dollars and your meal plan, are immediately available.

    Student Card Replacement Fee: There will be a $50 fee for each card that is replaced due to loss or negligent care.

    Department Card Replacement Fee: The first replacement per 12-month period due to loss or negligent care is free; subsequent replacements cost $25 for the second, $50 for the third, and $75 for the fourth, with the fee doubling for each additional replacement within that period. This fee will be charged to the responsible department and the card holders supervisor will be notified.

    If you need a card
    Please schedule your appointment here and stop by the Technology Services Center located in the first floor of the Learning Commons during your scheduled time.

    If your Pride Card has expired, is defective, worn or your status or name has changed*
    If you turn in your Pride Card for one of these reasons, it will be renewed or replaced at no charge. If you fail to turn in your existing card, it will be treated as a lost card, and applicable fees will apply.

    * Please note - this does not include abuse of the card. The Technology Services staff ultimately determines whether a card shows signs of normal wear or abuse.

  • Making Deposits

    Pride Dollar Deposits

    Deposits can be made for a minimum of $10 and a maximum of $5,000.

    Make Pride Dollar deposits:

    Guest Deposits

    Guests, such as parents, relatives and friends, can make deposits to your Pride Dollars account. They will need the following information to complete the process:

    • The website address - https://get.cbord.com/springfield
    • The fund recipients Springfield College ID Number
    • The fund recipients First and Last Name (as they appear on their Pride Card account).
    • Credit card information.

  • Refunds

    Pride Dollars Refunds

    Pride Dollars refunds can be requested upon graduation or separation from the College under the following conditions:.

    • Proof of separation from the College may be required
    • All debts due to the College must be satisfied prior to a check being processed for a refund.
    • The Pride Dollars account balance will first be applied to any outstanding balances due the College, if applicable. Any remaining balance will be processed as a refund to the cardholder.
    • Refunds for under $5.00 will not be processed.

    The College reserves the right to close any Pride Card account that has been inactive for a period of twelve (12) months. Any refund due, after all other debts to the College are satisfied, will be made in full to the cardholder for any remaining balance of $5.00 or greater.

    Guest Deposits

    Guests, such as parents, relatives and friends, can make deposits to your Pride Dollars account. They will need the following information to complete the process:

    • The website address - https://get.cbord.com/springfield
    • The fund recipients Springfield College ID Number
    • The fund recipients First and Last Name (as they appear on their Pride Card account).
    • Credit card information.

  • Questions About Your Pride Card?

    If you have questions, many are already answered on the Pride Card FAQ.

    Contact us at: cardoffice@springfield.edu

    To replace your ID, please schedule your appointment here and stop by the Technology Services Center (TSC) located in the first floor of the Learning Commons during your scheduled time.

    TSC hours and contact information.