DukeCard Numbers & DVCs
Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is my DukeCard Verification Code (DVC) and how do I set/change it?
    ·  Each DukeCard uses a DukeCard Verification Code(DVC) for making purchases over the internet and for other services where required. For those cardholders that have not specified a DVC or would like to change their DVC, simply visit the DukeCard Online Card Office.

 

What is my DukeCard number?
    · The DukeCard number is a 9-digit number encoded on the magnetic stripe of your DukeCard. This number allows the various card-reading systems, on campus and in the hospital, to recognize your card. To determine your DukeCard number, all you need to do is look at the back of your ID card. Please note that your DukeCard number may vary depending on whether you are a student or employee, work for the University or Medical Center or Health System, and when your card was issued. Below are explanations of the different card types and how to determine your DukeCard number in each case:

 

     Current Campus ID Cards:
      Your DukeCard number is printed just below the barcode next to the words "DukeCard #"

 

     Older Campus ID Cards(with or without AT&T calling card option):
     If there is no number below the barcode on your card, most likely the DukeCard number is the same as your Social Security Number. For privacy reasons, the number is not printed.

     

  

 

     Medical Center & Health System ID Cards:
     Your DukeCard number is a combination of three numbers on the back of your ID card. The first, is the "card prefix", located to left of the barcode (it should be a "9"). The second is your Unique ID number, located just below the barcode. This number is generated internally by Duke, and is sometimes referred to as your "employee number". The third number, your secondary issue number (usually "0" followed by another single digit), is located just below the DukeCard logo in the upper right hand corner of the card. To arrive at your DukeCard number, simply combine these numbers in the order listed above. For the card pictured below, the DukeCard number would be "976543210".

     

 

     Medical Center Student ID:
     Like the current campus ID cards, your DukeCard number is printed just below the barcode next to the      words: "DukeCard #". Note: If you are a student who has both a campus and a Medical Center ID you      should look on the back of your campus ID to find your DukeCard number. The back of your Medical      Center ID should read "FOR IDENTIFICATION ONLY", as it is not an "active" card and contains no      encoded information.

     

 

 

Additional Questions?

    ·For further information please contact the DukeCard Office at 684-5800 (West Campus) or 684-2273 (Medical Center, PGII).