When Will I Receive My NetID?
This article applies to: NetIDs
New students receive their NetID and activation code beginning in early April. During the activation process, they are introduced to policies governing the use of Cornell’s computing resources. They also activate their Cornell email address, set their NetID password, and choose their password security questions.
New faculty and staff receive their NetIDs as part of the employment process.
Students who don't receive their NetID before they arrive on campus, or during registration, should visit the IT Service Desk, 121 Computing and Communications Center (CCC), or call 607 255-5500. The IT Service Desk walk-in hours are Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and call-in hours are from 6 am to 6 pm. Students must have a valid Cornell ID to get a NetID.