ID.me
CCCApply implemented ID.me as a part of the online application beginning February 2, 2024. ID.me provides a trusted pathway for students to securely verify their identity in accordance with federal standards. Additionally, ID.me specifically provides the same technology used for identity verification and fraud reduction currently used across 37 state agencies and 15 federal agencies, notably:California Employment Development Department
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
U.S. Internal Revenue Service
U.S. Social Security Administration
Note: This is an optional feature for students.
Benefits to students include:
Protection of student identity
Streamlining of student enrollment and financial aid disbursements
Help in preventing bad actors from stealing spots online
Acceptable Documents for Identity Verification
For us to verify your identity, you must provide two documents:- One Photo Identification - For example: State identification (ID) card, Driver license, Permanent Resident Card, or Employment Authorization Document
- At least one Other Identity Document - For example: Employment record, address verification (Any bill or financial statement showing your name and residence address), or Official birth certificate (with official translation, if any)
Not all Students will be able to use ID.me
- No valid identity documentation from the country of origin
- No permanent address (housing insecure/homeless)
- No internet access or a smartphone (incarcerated)
- Minors (under the age of 18)
- Click “Verify Later” to skip the ID.me verification process.
- Note: This is an optional feature for students.
