University ID and Social Security Number
To help maintain the privacy of students’ Social Security Numbers, the Student Information System (SIS)
uses a random primary identifier for student records called the University ID (UID). The UID has replaced the Student
Identification Number (often the social security number) as the key to student records.
While the Social Security Number (SSN) is no longer the record key, it remains an important identifier for a
student. As permitted by Indiana Code 4-1-10, the last four digits of the SSN may be used to uniquely identify admissions applications, registrations, course
enrollment documents, transcripts, certification requests, and permanent academic records. The full nine-digit SSN is also necessary to
determine eligibility and as an identifier for federal grants and loans, and other federal financial aid programs.
In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974 and Indiana Code 4-1-8, applicants for admission and enrolled students are
advised that the requested disclosure of their Social Security numbers is voluntary. The applicant or student has the
right to refuse disclosure of this number or request its removal from records without penalty. Note, however, that
refusal to disclose the Social Security number would make a student ineligible for participation in federal Financial
Aid programs.
Find Your University ID Number
Currently enrolled students may obtain their University Identification Number (UID) via the Student Self-Service link in the sidebar on the Services tab in
OneStart:
- Login to OneStart at http://onestart.iu.edu.
- Navigate to the Services tab and click on the Student Self-Service link in the sidebar.
- Locate the Student Center section, and click Go to Student Center.
- Locate the Personal Information section, and click Demographic Data.
- Your 10 digit (University) ID is located under the Demographic Information header.
If you require technical assistance with OneStart, you should contact the IT Support Center
(ithelp@iu.edu).
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