PID Office Frequently Asked Questions
I have a duplicate PID, what should I do?
I have incorrect information in the PID database, how can I change it?
I have a PID, Does that mean I am admitted?
What is a PID?
The Person ID Number (PID) is an identification number assigned to all persons with a university relationship, as defined by an official university department. This number is designed to give all persons' a universal number (PID or Person ID) that is unique to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The number is nine digits long and replaces all existing card numbers previously used on campus. The PID is the primary record keeping key for all departments within the university and must be used for all communication.
How do I get a PID?
All persons affiliated with the University as a student, faculty, staff, or affiliate will be assigned a PID upon entrance into the University community. For more detailed information on how, where, and when PIDs are assigned please go to the How To Get a PID page.
How can I find my PID?
If you have a current UNC One Card, your PID number will appear in the bottom right hand corner of your card. All PIDs are nine digit numbers that begin with a 7. If you do not have a current UNC One Card, you may find instructions to look up your PID at the PID Inquiry Page.
Will I always have the same PID?
Yes, people will have one PID that will be used throughout their tenure at UNC Chapel Hill. Even if your status changes, or you come back to the University after an absence, you will still continue to use the same PID. If you think that you may have a multiple PIDs you should contact the PID Administrator immediately.
I have a PID, how do I get my Onyen?
If you know your PID, but you are having trouble signing up for an Onyen, please refer to the Onyen Policy Page for more detailed information on the specific requirements for Onyen creation. If you need to sign up for an Onyen go to the Onyen Creation page.
I have a duplicate PID, what should I do?
If you think you may have a duplicate PID, please contact the PID Administrator immediately with the following information: Your full name, date of birth, gender, SSN*, PID numbers and a phone number at which you may be reached.
I have incorrect information in the PID database, how can I change it?
How the information will be corrected depends on your current affiliation with the University. Please contact the PID Administrator with the following information to have the problem corrected: Your full name, date of birth, gender, SSN*, PID number, current affiliation with the University and a phone number at which you may be reached.
I have a PID, Does that mean I am admitted?
The issuance of a PID does not indicate that you have been or will be admitted to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. For more information refer to the following link: Student Information.* Note: The Social Security Number is requested by the institution solely for administrative convenience and record keeping accuracy, and is requested only to provide a personal identifier for the internal records of the institution.
Problems or Questions?
Check our Frequently Asked Questions page,
if you still can't find the answer, contact the PID Office at 919-962-9561 or
by email at pid@unc.edu.