All Students are eligible to have a PennCard.

There is no charge for your initial PennCard or renewals if it expires; other fees may apply for replacement cards.

All faculty are eligible for a PennCard.

All staff members of the University of Pennsylvania are eligible for a PennCard. 

Alumni of the University of Pennsylvania are eligible for an Alumni PennCard.

University of Pennsylvania Health System employees may obtain a PennCard for use at the Library and at the University’s recreation services.

Guests of the University of Pennsylvania and contracted employees may obtain a PennCard through the sponsorship of a University department.

Request a PennCard for Guests and others, or reserve an attendance reader for your event.