Three Things for College Students to do to Vote in Wisconsin

1. Have a photo ID.

If you have a Wisconsin driver license or one of the other acceptable forms of photo ID for voting, then you’re all set. Go to Number 2! (Get up-to-date information on acceptable photo ID from the Wisconsin Election Commission at Bring It to the Ballot.)

Once you check the lists, if your student ID cannot be used for voting, you can see if a separate school-issued photo ID card for voting is available and how you can get one from our resource links. Each institution decides for itself.

• University of Wisconsin – 4-Year Schools
• University of Wisconsin – 2-Year Schools
• Wisconsin Private Universities & Colleges
• Wisconsin Technical & Community Colleges

Note: you can use a school-issued ID for voting that is expired. If you do present an expired student ID, you must also present a separate proof of enrollment document at the polls, such as an enrollment verification form, class schedule, or tuition bill. This document can be displayed electronically – from your phone, for example.

For more information on Wisconsin’s photo ID requirement to vote, visit: Bring It to the Ballot.

2. Register to vote.

Even if you think you’re already registered at your current address, it’s a good idea to confirm this before you vote.

You need to have lived at your current address for at least 28 days by Election Day in order to register to vote in that election district or ward.

Next, to determine if/where you are registered, go to MyVote.WI.gov, select “Register to vote,” and enter your name and date of birth. If you find out you’re already registered to vote at your current address, jump down to Number 3.

If you’re not already registered, there are several ways you can register to vote:

Online. Eligible voters in Wisconsin who have a valid Wisconsin driver license or a Wisconsin DMV-issued ID can register online at MyVote.WI.gov up to 20 days before election day in which they are planning to vote.

By Mail. You can start your voter registration form online at MyVote.WI.gov – then print, sign and mail it to your municipal clerk along with a proof of residence (POR) document. The clerk must receive your form and POR no later than 20 days before the election in which you are planning to vote.

In your Municipal Clerk’s Office. You can register in-person in your municipal clerk’s office up until the 5pm (or close of business) on the Friday before the election in which you are planning to vote. Bring a proof of residence document to complete your registration (this document can be shown electronically).

At the Polls on Election Day. If you’re unable to register by any of the methods above, you can still register at your polling site when you go to the polls to vote. You will need to present a proof of residence document when registering. Again, this document can be shown electronically, like from your phone.

Examples of proof of residence documents are here.

Save time and hassle. Register now.

3. Cast your ballot!

And don’t forget to bring your photo ID!

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