Having Trouble Accessing Your Account?

I’ve already activated my Calvin account, but forgot my passphrase or it is not working. How can I reset my passphrase?
If you have already activated your Calvin account and know your username, please use this link to reset your passphrase. If you get stuck, please email helpdesk@calvin.edu for assistance. Please be able to provide your Calvin username, date of birth, and your Calvin ID number.

I have been admitted to Calvin, but have not yet activated my Calvin account. How can I create my passphrase?
Please use this page to activate your Calvin account and setup your Calvin passphrase. You will need to know your Calvin username to set up your account. This information can be found on your New Student Portal.

I do not know my username, how can I activate my account and create my passphrase?
If you do not know your username, please email helpdesk@calvin.edu for assistance.. Please be prepared to give your full name and verify other information so that your identity can be confirmed. Once you are provided your Calvin username, you can use this page to activate your Calvin account and setup your Calvin passphrase.

If you have any other questions about your account or are not able to login using the solutions provided, please email helpdesk@calvin.edu for assistance.

Having Trouble Accessing Your Account?

I have not received an invitation email: If you are serving as a Reference or Reviewer and have not received your invitation email, check your Spam or Junk folder. If you still cannot find your invitation email, reset your password to log in. Password recovery is handled by Blackbaud ID (BBID). See Blackbaud ID for password reset instructions.

If you are signing in with SSO as a Reference, Reviewer, or Donor, go to the Admin and Applicant tab to log in.

I cannot remember my password: Password reset is handled by Blackbaud ID (BBID). If you have forgotten your password, visit Blackbaud ID, select Forgot Password, and enter your email address. You will receive an email with instructions on how to reset your password. For additional help, visit the Blackbaud ID Password Help page.