Blastercard office

Colorado School of Mines

About Your BlasterCard

The BlasterCard is the official identification card for the Colorado School of Mines. Encompassing physical access to residence halls, offices and labs, utilizing dining services, rec center privileges, library usage and more.

Your BlasterCard is your key to campus life. Most importantly, your BlasterCard identifies you as part of the Mines Community. 

Services We Provide

BlasterCards

It is the policy of Colorado School of Mines that each student, staff member, and faculty member possess a valid identification card. This card must be presented upon request by any Mines official. The BlasterCard can be used in conjunction with the Mines access control system, Mines dining locations, as well as many other functions.

BlasterCard Photo Upload

Colorado School of Mines requires all students, faculty, and staff to have an official University identification card. This is known as the ‘BlasterCard’.

To upload a photo for your BlasterCard please visit: myphoto.mines.edu/myphoto/

Below are the requirements for a successful photo upload:

  •  Standard passport size photo
  •  The photo should be of you and only you
  •  Head must be uncovered, unless for religious purposes
  •  Glasses should not contain glare
  •  No sunglasses
  •  No headphones or wireless devices
  •  Photo should be from the last six months

Student RTD Pass

  • You must be a registered student, in good standing, and taking classes in-person to be issued an RTD Pass.
  • At the beginning of the semester, you will receive an e-mail from MyRide with instructions how to acquire your College Pass through their mobile app.
  • You will receive your RTD College Pass within 24 – 48 hours after you have completed the instructions in the MyRide email. 

Meal Plans

For commuter meal plan purchases visit our Voluntary Meal Plan page.

For residential meal plan purchases and changes please email housing@mines.edu

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BlasterCard Office:

Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4 PM
Ben H. Parker Student Center, Suite E140

Phone: 303.384.CARD
Email: Blastercard@mines.edu