Transact Campus ID
Student ID Management solutions for higher education
Give students and staff more ways to pay for things around campus and have contactless campus-wide access with one card—either digital on their mobile devices or physical card option.
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Gen Z shifting demands for college experience
The current process of paying for tuition, books, and housing frustrates college students. They are struggling to navigate the campus and are seeking more convenient and mobile-friendly options to ease the process.
This new generation of Gen Z'ers has even higher expectations of their student IDs to get them access to everything from their dorms and the library to mobile payment options both on and off campus.
To meet these expectations, universities must give students easy, convenient, credential-driven access to authorized services and events. At the same time, secure your campus with a unified, comprehensive door access solution designed specifically for the higher education community to ensure the safety of their campuses.
Institutions are facing increasing pressure from all sides—operational efficiency, staffing shortages, and students demanding a more connected, mobile-friendly campus experience.
Easily manage almost every aspect of your campus with our Next-Generation cloud transaction system and give your students what they CRAVE with Transact IDX®.
School Benefits
- Most-used features are front-and-center
- No guess-work, intuitive configuration workflows
- 24/7 system access and real-time data
- Distribute the workload from anywhere with role-based access
- Easily navigate between Transact applications
Student Benefits
- Transact eAccounts mobile app on Transact IDX®
- Responsive design web application
- View account balance, transaction history, and add funds in real-time
- Enable cardholders to suspend and resume student ID cards and Transact Mobile Credential
- No more lines with Transact Online Photo Submission
- 24/7 account access
Gen Z students expect more from their college experience than ever before. According to a research study we conducted with The Center for Generational Kinetics (CGK), 55% of current college students think colleges that don't offer digital IDs are stuck in the past.
Give your students what they CRAVE—a fast, secure, student ID card on their mobile devices with Transact's NFC-enabled Solution.
Now, with 1.84+ MILLION Mobile Credentials issued, will your school be next?
School Benefits
- Full functionality—works just like a physical card
- Eco-friendly solution—no plastic cards
- Largest network of third-party partners
- Remote issuance to provision, update, or revoke credentials in real-time
- Free dedicated B2C marketing team to create a stress-free onboarding process—from approvals to design to templates
Student Benefits
- Highly secure technology with NFC-enabled Mobile Credential for Apple Wallet™, Samsung Wallet™, and Google Wallet™, as well as Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch
- Faster, more secure campus-wide transactions with a direct contactless read between the mobile device and reader
- Ultimate convenience with the option to provision remotely, providing a 24/7 virtual card office
- Direct access to the National Suicide Prevention Hotline
Maintaining a safe and secure campus is a significant priority and involves multiple locations, systems, and people working together.
Our focus is on technology solutions for higher education, so we understand the complexities of campus security.
Transact gives administrators better security by automating user setup, managing credentials, and controlling access levels based on student and residence hall data.
Unlock a safer, mobile-first campus with Transact Door Access Control and Security solution.
School Benefits
- Flexible access settings with door organization and grouping
- Configurable mobile monitoring, momentary unlock, and lockdown/override options
- Integration with existing and critical campus security systems
- Measure and predict student campus movements
Student Benefits
- Safer dorms and buildings thanks to authenticated IDs
- Use your smart device and Transact Mobile Credential to access any door—no need to carry an extra card
- Quick, effortless access to buildings, residence halls, and amenities campus-wide
Students can have 24/7 access to contactless smart lockers across campus using their NFC-enabled Transact Mobile Credential for Samsung Wallet™, Apple Wallet™, and Google Wallet™ or contactless student ID cards.
Luxer One with Transact Campus ID's integration provides an on-campus solution, including hardware, software, installation, service, support, and pickup.
School Benefits
- Labor reduction from reduced or removed mailroom staffing requirements
- Retain more on-campus students with better housing experience
- Secure, automate parcel delivery exchange from delivery to student
- Configurable integration to Transact Campus ID system
- Customizable unit options with custom paint, wraps, or campus branding
Student Benefits
- Enhanced student experience with convenient, anytime parcel pickup
- Tap-and-go access using Transact Mobile Credential or contactless student ID cards
- Highly secure parcel exchange with optional 24/7 video surveillance
- Self-service technology cuts student wait times while streamlining campus operations
Give your students 24/7 access to upload their student ID photo for their mobile and contactless card credentials within Transact eAccounts.
Integrated with your campus' existing Transact Mobile Credential or student ID card solution, your card office can save time and resources by connecting to one solution.
School Benefits
- Ability to approve or deny photos with an area to add comments
- Ability to add government-issued documents
- Custom-built email templates to invite students to upload photos, approve or deny photo submissions, and more
Student Benefits
- Ability to personally select or take the photo for their student ID card
- Remote issuance—a true contactless experience for students
Provide your students with meal options compatible with your current point-of-sale (POS) systems, from self-service to fine dining.
Students can easily make POS dining purchases with cashless payment options through campus ID cards or Transact Mobile Credential.
Transact Meal Plans solutions offer centralized, real-time reports, inventory tracking, and wireless and cellular networking options to streamline dining operations.
School Benefits
- Multiple tenders supported, including credential-driven transactions
- Scanners, scales, transaction terminals, and many other peripherals supported
- Solutions for cashierless dining transactions
- Customizable cashier and user access to enable certain staff to add and publish sales items conveniently
- Meal plan utilization insights
Student Benefits
- Quick, easy access to food and beverages, no cash required
- Contactless dining (available with Transact Mobile Ordering and Transact Kiosk)
- Integration with campus systems and off-campus merchants
- Students can use their meal plan equivalency for quick-service dining
Allow students to make cashless purchases with multiple account types and online access—while leveraging existing campus credentials, POS, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
School Benefits
- Increase campus spend with flexible meal options, and usage at retail, self-service, and vending
- Compatible with existing POS and ERP systems
- Flexible integrations with campus brands
Student Benefits
- Self-service portal using online or mobile access
- Threshold and activity alerts to email or mobile device
- Ability to add or remove funds via credit card, debit card, ACH, or IFT
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Give students authorized access to events such as club meetings, athletics, performances, and more.
We've made checking in for events on and off-campus easier with our Transact Mobile Credential or contactless card. With Transact Activities and Events, you can also gain valuable insights into student behavior trends based on tracked data.
School Benefits
- Easy, personalized verification
- Scheduling engine available to help streamline event management
- Access to student engagement insights
Student Benefits
- Shorter lines and wait times
- More secure activities and events
- Simple, more efficient check-ins via authenticated IDs
Students can use Transact Stored Value or Transact Mobile Credential integration for cashless printing, copying, vending, and laundry purchases.
Compatible with third-party vendors, you can track, control, and report using our flexible campus credential system.
School Benefits
- Compatible with third-party vendors
- Ability to monitor, control, and report on usage
- Fully integrated with Transact Mobile Credential
Student Benefits
- Use stored value at compatible devices across campus
- Enhance student convenience by extending cashless payment options
- Immediate access, no cash required
- Ability to print crucial class assignments on time without leaving campus
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Transact 360° 2025: Rocking Innovation, Integration, and Inspiration
March 27, 2025
Las Vegas is no stranger to show-stopping performances, and Transact 360° 2025 was no exception! Hosted at the stunning Red Rock Casino, this year’s conference delivered an electrifying experience filled with innovation, collaboration, and celebration. With the theme "Innovate, Integrate, and Inspire," attendees from across the country gathered to discuss the future of campus technology and student experiences—all while rocking out in true Red Rock style.
Here’s a backstage pass to the top five moments that had the audience on their feet:
🎤 Top 5 Highlights from Transact 360° 2025
- "Shark Tank" Meets Campus Innovation: Daymond John Rocks the Stage
Nothing energizes a crowd like an inspiring keynote, and this year, Daymond John delivered! The FUBU founder and Shark Tank investor captivated the audience with his journey of entrepreneurship, resilience, and branding.
His key takeaway? Adaptability is the foundation of success—a message that hit home for institutions navigating the ever-changing world of campus technology. He also emphasized the critical role of financial literacy for students, professionals, and institutions alike. Understanding money isn’t just about numbers—it’s about empowerment, opportunity, and shaping the future. - New Product Launches
We introduced Transact Insights for Campus Commerce, our brand-new, cloud-based analytics platform that’s transforming campus dining and retail operations! It brings all your Commerce data into one place, showing real-time insights through intuitive reports and dashboards. Clients are already calling it a "game-changer," with rave reviews about how it helps improve everything from staffing to inventory to sales. Whether you’re a data newbie or a pro, it’s got something for everyone, including a seamless connection to tools like Power BI for even deeper analysis. The launch got everyone talking, and we’re thrilled about how Transact Insights is sparking excitement and helping campus commerce teams operate more efficiently!
- Thought Leadership Sessions: Industry Insights That Resonate
This year, Transact 360° featured a lineup of thought leadership sessions designed to give higher ed professionals actionable insights. Key sessions included:
🎸 “What’s Your Data Telling You” a client discussion around Transact Insights, our new Commerce analytics & reporting platform, highlighting how universities can turn that data into actionable strategies to improve both the student experience and campus operations.
🎸 "Bridging the Gap: Integrating CBORD & Transact" – The energy was electric as attendees packed the room to hear what’s next from the minds shaping the future of campus technology! Following CBORD’s December 2024 product roadmap webinar, Transact + CBORD leaders returned to dive deeper, answer the most pressing questions, and reveal what’s ahead for each solution. It was real talk on how these developments will impact your campus. Get ready for bold visions and exciting innovations
🎸 “Navigating Higher Ed Payments in 2025” - a deep dive into cross-industry payments trends that Higher Education can adopt now to stay at the forefront of innovation, create an exceptional student experience, and enable staff to do more with less. - Transact Distinction Awards: Honoring the Rock Stars of Campus Tech
Every great tour needs an award show, and the Distinction Awards recognized the best in class! Institutions that pushed boundaries, enhanced student experiences, and redefined campus commerce took center stage.
🏆 New Client of Distinction: University of Mount Olive, Southwestern Oregon Community College
🏆 Student Experience Leaders: Wingate University, Wayne State University, Doane University
🏆 Marketing & Outreach: UNC Charlotte
🏆 Innovation Award: Colorado School of Mines, University of Alabama
🏆 Partner of the Year: Ellucian
🏆 Innovation Partner: USEFULL
🏆 Tommy Eubanks Excellence in Partnership: Brian Krause, Progressive Technologies - "Rock of All Ages" Party: A Night to Remember
T360 isn’t just about innovation—it’s about celebrating the incredible higher ed community that makes it all happen! The Rock of All Ages-themed party brought attendees together for a night of nostalgia, live music, and high-energy networking. It was the perfect way to close out the event with a bang!
We won’t give away all of our party tricks, but there may have been a KISS band reunion, and some attendees may have fulfilled their lifelong urge of getting a tattoo? You will have to ask around or scour the internet for those details. We keep those under wraps, and you will have to attend future conferences to experience how much fun we have!
View our image gallery of all the fun!
Top Sponsors: The Power Behind the Performance
A huge shout-out to our top sponsors who helped make Transact 360° 2025 an unforgettable event:
🎤 Genea – Delivering smart building solutions to streamline campus operations.
🎤 TransferMate – Simplifying global payments for higher education institutions.
🎤 ASSA ABLOY – Providing advanced security solutions for modern campuses.
🎤 USEFULL – Leading the way in sustainable solutions for campus communities.
🎤 Anthology – Empowering data-driven decisions across the student lifecycle.
🎤 Allegion – Enhancing campus safety through secure access innovations.
🎤 Salto Systems – Revolutionizing access control with flexible, smart technologies.
These industry leaders played a crucial role in fostering discussions, showcasing innovations, and creating new opportunities for campuses nationwide!
What to Look Forward to in 2026: Taking the Show to Nashville!
The 2025 T360 tour may have ended, but the next show is already in the works! In 2026 we are heading to Nashville, the Music City, for what promises to be the most innovative, insightful, and high-energy conference yet.
A Fully Combined CBORD UGC and Transact 360° Experience
For the first time, Transact + CBORD User Conference 2026 will be a fully combined event, bringing together two powerhouse communities in campus technology. This integration will provide an even broader range of sessions, networking opportunities, and technology showcases that cater to both Transact and CBORD clients. Expect deeper collaborations, expanded solution insights, and a truly unified vision for the future of campus technology.
Here’s what attendees can expect:
🧨 Insightful Keynotes: More industry leaders, more insights, and more inspiration!
💥 Expanded Exhibit Hall: Expecting over 45+ vendors showcasing cutting-edge campus technology.
🤝 Enhanced Networking Opportunities: Meet the best minds in the industry and create partnerships that last.
🤠 Live Music & Nashville Vibes: Because no conference in Nashville is complete without some live country!
Whether you’re a higher ed leader, campus technologist, or industry partner, Transact + CBORD User Conference 2026 will be the ultimate destination for campus innovation.
Join Us for the Next Show!
Did you miss out on Transact 360° 2025? Don’t worry—the encore is coming to Nashville in 2026! Stay tuned for registration details and get ready to turn up the volume on campus technology.
Keep and eye on our website for more details.
See you in Nashville!
Game Changing Results
$72M
Annual Contactless mobile wallet transactions
385M+
Mobile Credential Transactions since launch
2.75M+
Mobile Credentials issued
What schools are saying about Transact Campus ID
University of Findlay
The University of Findlay partners with Transact to create an engaging, mobile-centric campus experience.
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Gallaudet University
As technology continues to shape students' decision-making process, GU is at the forefront, with solutions by Transact.
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Roanoke College
Roanoke College introduced a mobile ID solution for convenience and accessibility, with 2,300+ credentials issued.
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