ID BUC$ is the main debit card program on East Tennessee State University's campus.
Students, Faculty, and Staff can use ID BUC$ by depositing money to their ETSU ID
card. These funds can be used on-campus and also off-campus at businesses that are
partnered with our ID BUC$ program. In addition, ID BUC$ never expire!
"What is the ETSU ID BUC$ Merchant Partnership Policy?"
The ID BUC$ Merchant Partnership Policy outlines the standards and criteria for selecting
community merchants to partner with East Tennessee State University's ID BUC$ Program.
The program allows students to use their ID cards as a form of payment at approved
off-campus locations, providing convenience while ensuring that these partnerships
align with the university's values. For full policy expectations, CLICK HERE.
"How can ID BUC$ benefit my business?"
The ID BUC$ program is a great way to increase your business's sales and gain a competitive
advantage over your competitors. Partnering with ID Buc$ also provides an opportunity
to get your business in front of ETSU's campus population and to incoming students.
Our off-campus merchants are highlighted on social media, our website, digital screens
campus-wide, print materials, and during face-to-face interactions in our office and
tabling events on-campus. ID Buc$ is also well-represented at new student orientations,
educating incoming students about your business before they make the move to campus
or to the Tri-Cities area.
Merchant Testimonials
Zaxby’s in Johnson City enjoys having ID Bucs as a payment option so we know our ETSU
students will never go hungry! We also love having this as an option because it keeps
the students coming back and Zaxby’s is always looking to fill our restaurant with
college kids who may potentially come and be part of our team. We hire many students
and they are always the best team members for us!
