TigerCard & Tiger Dollars Guide

TigerCard

The TigerCard is your official Olivet identification card. It is required for all students, faculty, and staff, and provides access to essential campus services, including:

• Residence hall and other door access
• Student Life & Recreation Center
• Dining Hall
• Vending machines
• Hammes Bookstore
• Printers and copiers
• Classroom attendance (for some courses)
• Campus events

Tiger Dollars

Tiger Dollars are your on-campus spending currency. All Tiger Dollars purchases are tax-free on campus. You can use them for:

• Campus printing and copying
• Vending machines
• On-campus payments 
• Campus events
• Sodexo locations including Cru5h, Ludwig, and Starbucks

Using Tiger Dollars means you don’t need to carry cash or a credit card on campus. Simply load your account and tap your TigerCard or Mobile ID to pay.

Mobile Credential (Preferred)

Olivet uses Mobile Credential, stored in your smartphone’s wallet. You can tap your iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android device at readers across campus for convenient access.

• Eligibility: Once your ID photo is approved, you can add your TigerCard to your device using the setup instructions below.
• Physical Cards: Only issued to those unable to use Mobile Credential. If you request one in addition to your mobile ID, a $20 fee will be charged to your student account. Visit the IT Help Desk (Lower Level of Benner) for physical card printing.

Lost or Stolen IDs

• Your TigerCard is important—treat it like any other form of ID.
• If lost or stolen, contact the IT Help Desk immediately so it can be deactivated.
• Replacement physical cards cost $20 (charged to your student account).
• Temporary cards may be issued for up to three business days while searching for a lost card.

Mobile ID Requirements

• iPhone: iPhone SE, iPhone 6/6 Plus or newer; iOS 12 or later
• Apple Watch: Series 1 or newer; watchOS 5 or later
• Apple ID: Must be signed into iCloud (same account on all devices)
• Android Phones: Android 6.0 or later; NFC-enabled, supports Google Pay or Samsung Pay
• Android Watch: Samsung Galaxy Watch6 or newer
• App Required: Transact eAccounts (available on the Apple App Store or Google Play)

Setup Instructions

iPhone / Apple Watch

1. Download Transact eAccounts.
2. Open the app → Get Started → search for Olivet Nazarene University.
3. Log in with your ONUnet credentials. (Submit ID photo first if not already done.)
4. Ensure your device is updated: Settings > General > Software Update.
5. Region must be set to United States: Settings > General > Language & Region.
6. In eAccounts, tap Add to Apple Wallet and follow prompts.
7. Repeat steps to add your Apple Watch.

⚠️ It may take several hours before your card works at all readers.

Android Phones

1. Download Transact eAccounts.
2. Open the app → Get Started → search for Olivet Nazarene University.
3. Log in with your ONUnet credentials.
4. Enable NFC: Settings > Connected Devices > Connection Settings or search “NFC”.
5. Open Google Pay or Samsung Pay and set as default (skip adding a credit card if prompted).
6. Ensure your device is updated: Settings > System > System Update.
7. In eAccounts, tap Add to Google Pay and follow prompts.

⚠️ Allow several hours for changes to sync before using at readers.

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 or Newer

1. Open the Galaxy Wearable app.
2. Tap Watch settings > Samsung Wallet.
3. Tap + (Add) → choose Student ID.
4. Select your TigerCard to add it to your watch.