Mission College SmartPass Card Request & ID Card

Mission College students can get a VTA SmartPass card for free rides on VTA buses and light rail throughout the semester! With a small fee at the start of the term, students gain unlimited access to public transit in Santa Clara County for the entire semester.

Easy Online Request System

Students can now request their VTA SmartPass and ID cards online via the Office of Student Activities. After completing the online request, students can pick up their cards in person at the Campus Center Information Desk. If you prefer to have your cards mailed, email mc.basicneeds@missioncollege.edu after completing the process.

Processing Time

• Allow 7-10 business days for processing.
• Cards can also be obtained in person at the Campus Center Information Desk.

Eligibility Notes

• SmartPass is available only to enrolled Mission College students. Community Education, Non-Credit, and Concurrent Enrollment high school students are not eligible.
• Winter session-only students are not eligible for SmartPass.
• Faculty, staff, and administration enrolled in courses are eligible.

SmartPass Use & Reactivation

• No Need for New Card Each Semester: Your SmartPass Clipper card automatically reloads every semester as long as you're enrolled.
• Reactivate SmartPass: If you’re returning after a break and still have your card, visit the Information Desk with a photo ID, your class schedule, and your SmartPass Clipper card to reactivate it. Please allow up to 7 business days for reactivation.
• Lost Cards: If you lose your card, the first replacement costs $25.

VTA Routes

Mission College is serviced by VTA Routes 20, 57, and 59. Check VTA’s website or use the Transit App for updated routes.

SmartPass Exclusions

The SmartPass is not valid on VTA Express Bus, ACE, Amtrak, BART, Caltrain, or other transit services outside Santa Clara County. For out-of-county travel, load funds onto a separate Clipper card.

Refund & Replacement Policies

• Refunds: Available before the Census Date if you drop all classes. After the Census Date, no refunds are given.
• Replacement Fees: Lost card: $25; stolen (with police report): $15; defective: $6. Second replacements incur no further fees.

SmartPass Misuse Policy

The SmartPass is non-transferable. Selling, transferring, or misuse may result in fines and disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion from Mission College.

For more information, visit the Mission College SmartPass page or contact mc.basicneeds@missioncollege.edu.