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Card Uses
Your OneCard has many uses. You can load funds on your Hornet Bucks Account and make purchases and payments all over campus. Your card is also your library card, commuter pass for the Hornet Shuttle, Sacramento RT and LightRail, a printer card for the computer labs, and a way to get free admission to athletics events and various other student activities all over campus.
Unlimited RT Bus and Lightrail Rides
With your student OneCard and the current semester commuter sleeve, you can ride Sacramento Regional Transit buses and Light Rail anywhere, anytime, for free!
University employees with faculty and staff OneCard's may purchase an employee commuter sleeve from University Transportation and Parking Services (UTAPS) for their OneCard ($40 for six months) and also ride e-tran, RT and Light Rail at no additional cost.
Commuter Sleeves available in person or by mail:
- Order online through the Parking Services website and have it mailed directly to you
- Pick up in person at the UTAPS office in its new location at the Welcome Center near the J Street entrance of campus.
- Fall sleeves are valid July 1 – December 31
- Spring sleeves are valid January 1 – June 30
Hornet Bucks
Hornet Bucks is an on-campus debit system administered through Sac State. You can deposit money onto your Hornet Bucks account then each time you make a purchase, the purchase amount is deducted from your account. To check your Hornet Bucks account balances and find a list of where you used your OneCard, log into your My Sac State account. Hornet Bucks do not earn interest and they carry over from semester to semester. Hornet Bucks are accepted at the following campus locations:
- Union Store
- Campus Bookstore
- Printing in Computer Labs
- Union Games Room
- Student Health Center (Pharmacy, Glasses)
- Bursar's Office (tuition, lab fees)
- Parking Permit Machines
- University Transportation and Parking Services (parking permits, citations)
- Campus eateries: Gyro 2 Go, Jamba Juice, Panda Express, Round Table Pizza, Saigon Bay, Subway
Hornet Bucks Statement and Refunds
You may check your Hornet Bucks account balance and view a detailed list of recent transactions through your My Sac State account. Account statements may also be requested in person at the Bursar's Office in Lassen Hall, Room 1001.
A refund check may be requested only upon separation from the University and only if the amount remaining on the card is over $5.00.
Deposit Options
Use your MySacState to access OneCard services and deposit to your OneCard Hornet Bucks Account online using Visa, Mastercard or Discover.
Use your MySacState to access OneCard services and create a guest account for parents and friends. Then they can access an online portal and deposit funds directly to your Hornet Bucks account.
Come to Lassen Hall, Room 1001 and make a cash or check deposit. Please make all checks payable to: "CSUS".
You can mail-in check deposits to the Bursar's Office. Just use our simple Mail-In Deposit Form (Please allow sufficient processing time if mailing a deposit.) Please make all checks payable to: "CSUS".
Process a Bill Payment from your banking institution. You can make a one time payment or automatic payment directly from your checking account. Just contact your banking institution and request a "bill pay" to Sac State Bursar's Office. You'll need the following information:
- Bursar's Office Address: California State University, Sacramento. Lassen Hall, Room 1001, Mail Stop 6052. 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819
- Payee Information: Include the student ID number (9 digit number) and student's name.
- Memo: Include where you would like your payment to be sent: "OneCard Hornet Bucks".
Please note that the bill pay can take 5 or more business days to arrive at the Bursar's Office. Therefore, be sure to allow sufficient time for you payments to be processed.
Gift Certificates
Need the perfect gift for your co-worker or student? Put money on their OneCard! Email us the OneCard Gift Certificate Request Form then stop by OneCard Services in Lassen Hall, Room 1001 to make your gift deposit. We will provide you with a personalized "Gift Certificate" for the recipient, upon request.
Free Admission to Athletic Events
Get in for free to all regular season home athletic events and other various student activities on campus. Visit hornetsports.com for sports schedules.
Library Services
Your Sacramento State OneCard is accepted at the Library to check out books and other materials. Just present your card at the checkout counter for easy check out of books and other library materials.
You can also use your OneCard at the Library Media Center to borrow laptops, check out CDs and Feature Films/Movies and take advantage of the slide projectors, overhead projectors and TV/VCR/DVD Viewing Rooms.
Printer Card
Your OneCard also serves as your Printer/Photocopier Card. All regularly enrolled students who have paid their fees receive an allotment of free prints that can be used in any University PrintSmart lab. (CCE and ELI Students not eligible). The frequency and number of prints are determined by the IRT department (916-278-7337). These prints are loaded into your PrintSmart account on your OneCard. Your PrintSmart balance is only viewable at the printer release stations and will not be visible at the Hornet Bucks Stations or on your Hornet Bucks Online Statement.
Note: Your PrintSmart account is a separate account from your Hornet Bucks account and does not roll over every academic year.
Discounts
Show your OneCard at select local businesses to receive discounts. Check out the complete list of locations and what type of discounts are provided.
While efforts are made to keep this list current and accurate, offers are subject to change.
Vendors
Have a discount to offer? Please fill out and submit this Vendor Discount Program form!
| APPAREL & ACCESSORIES | ||
|---|---|---|
| High Fidelity | High Fidelity is dedicated to providing a wide selection of limited release footwear and apparel online. We are offering students 5% off our well-curated range of Air Jordan shoes, Yeezy shoes and plenty more top streetwear brands. | highfidelity.us |
| Oooh Yeah! Socks | 15% off all funny novelty socks & fuzzy slippers. Enter discount code: "SACS15OFF" at checkout. | ooohyeah.com |
| ART SUPPLIES & PRINTING SERVICES | ||
| California Surveying and Drafting Supply | * 20% off retail price for all drafting supplies * Discounts of up to 60% off retail on plotter papers. * Similar discounts on surveying supplies. |
4733 Auburn Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95841 (916) 344-0232 csdsinc.com |
| Newton’s Graphics | 10% discount on signs, banners or any other service. Free delivery to CSUS. | 6140 Main Avenue Orangevale, CA 95662 (916) 220-4554 |
| University Art | 20% discount when enrolled in our savings program | 2601 J Street Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 443-5721 universityart.com |
| AUTOMOTIVE | ||
| Auto Towing - Sacramento | 10% off any service (OneCard must be presented prior to service) |
1215 K St. Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 209-7606 auto-towing-sacramento.com |
| AutoMedics | 10% off parts and labor | 7637 Fair Oaks Blvd. Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 488-4415 automedicscarmichael.com |
| Campus Shell | 10% off labor up to $100 | 2270 Fair Oaks Blvd Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 922-6653 campusshell.com |
| Car Locksmith Sacramento | 8% off all locksmith services in Sacramento County | Citrus Heights, CA (916) 244-3927 carkeylocksmith-sacramento.com |
| Car Protection Pro | 10% discount on window tinting, 3M Clear Bra paint protection film and any other services offered. | 6140 Main Avenue Orangevale, CA 95662 (916) 220-4554 carprotectionpro.com |
| International Tow Service | 10% off towing service | 5750 Franklin Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95824 (916) 393-1800 |
| Pavilion Car Wash & Quick Lube & Detail Center | 10% off of any Full Price Car Wash or Oil Change Service | 2334 Fair Oaks Blvd Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 925-8533 pavilioncarcare.com |
| RCG Logistics | 5% student or 10% staff discount on vehicle shipping anywhere in United States (Mention Booking Code: CSUS5&10) |
9300 Stockton Blvd, Suite 104 Elk Grove, CA 95758 (800) 381-2068 rcgauto.com |
| Walt Stickel Body & Frame Shop | 10% - 15% discount off of deductible | 5750 Franklin Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95824 (916) 393-1800 |
| ELECTRONICS | ||
| Best Buy | Educational discounts offered on software, computers, tablets, televisions, small appliances and more | 1901 Arden Way Sacramento, CA 95815 (916) 925-1212 bestbuy.com |
| CoreSolutions Certified Apple Consultant | Apple IT Support/Consultation for students/employee onsite and remote - 10% off Data recovery for iOS, Mac, Windows, and Android - 10% off Website Development/Design students/employee - 10% |
info@coresolutions.us (916) 800-1397 coresolutions.us |
| Mobile Kangaroo Apple Authorized Repairs |
Free warranty repairs for all apple products and 15% off labor for repairs such as iPhone screen, galaxy, mac and other computer/phone repairs | 9527 Folsom Blvd., Ste C Sacramento, CA 95827 10016 Foothills Blvd., Ste 130 Roseville, CA 95747 Text (855)FIX-THAT/(855)349-8428 mobilekangaroo.com |
| Tech 2U | Repairs: Onsite- $134, Shop + Remote- $79, QuickFix- $49 |
1590 Howe Avenue Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 225-8324 tech2u.com |
| Yoga Bear Computer Repair | $15 off any service or repair | 225 30th Street. Suite 307 Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 800-3035 yogabearpc.com |
| ENTERTAINMENT | ||
| CA State Escape | 10% off any escape room (use “10student”) | 5400 Power Inn Road, Ste. B Sacramento, CA 95820 (916) 270-2882 californiastateescape.com |
| Capitol Bowl | $4 per game per person/$2.50 per shoe rental per person (student only) Every Day 11:00 am-6:00 pm |
900 West Capitol Ave West Sacramento, CA 95691 (916) 371-4200 capitol-bowl.com |
| Chirp | At Chirp we discount audiobooks — up to 95% off — that you can purchase and own with no subscription or membership fees. Use the discount code CSUSSTUDENT20 to get 20% off your first audiobook on Chirp. [Offer good through 12/30/2023] | chirpbooks.com |
| Enchambered: Sacramento Escape Room | $5 off adult escape room ticket | 2230 Arden Way, Suite C Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 674-2008 enchambered.com |
| Golf Simulators Direct | We specialize in selling indoor golf products and golf simulator builds and accessories. The discount would be for 5% off. Additionally our store charges no sales tax and offers free shipping on all orders. | golfsimulatorsdirect.com |
| Peak Adventures | Discounted student pricing Faculty Trips & Classes 10% Off |
6000 J Street University Union Sacramento, CA 95819 (916) 278-6321 peakadventures.org |
| Sac State Aquatic Center | Student/Faculty/Staff discount on trips, rentals, and all your bike needs | Lake Natoma 1901 Hazel Avenue Gold River, CA 95670 (916) 278-2842 sacstateaquaticcenter.com |
| FOOD | ||
| Blue House Korean B.B.Q. | 10% discount | 1030 Howe Avenue Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 646-2004 bluehousekbbq.com |
| Café Europa | 10% discount | 1537 Howe Avenue, Ste 116 Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 779-0737 |
| FireUp Esports Lounge | 2 for 1 Entrees with OneCard! | 1601 Douglas Blvd Ste A, Roseville, CA 95661 (916) 389-2900 fireup.gg |
| Hao Bao Dumplings | 25% off item totals in carts over $20 with promo code "HaoBaoElvas" | 6415 Elvas Ave (The Line) Sacramento, CA 95819 (916) 252-5999 haobaodumplings.com/elvas |
| Heavenly’s Yogurt | 10% discount | 5535 H St. #10 Sacramento, CA 95817 (916) 455-6000 heavenlysyogurt.com |
| McDonalds (The McHornet) |
$1 off any extra value meal or salad | 7901 College Town Dr. Sacramento, CA 95826 (916) 379-9802 mcdonalds.com |
| Melty | 10% discount | 486 Howe Avenue Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 514.8050 lovemelty.com |
| Menchies FroYo | 10% discount | 484 Howe Avenue Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 333-1084 menchies.com |
| Mountain Mike’s Pizza | 15% off (excludes buffet, beer, wine, delivery) | 7660 La Riviera Drive Sacramento, CA 95826 (916) 383-8300 mountainmikespizza.com |
| Pancake Circus | 25% discount | 2101 Broadway Sacramento, CA 95818 (916) 452-3322 pancakecircus.net |
| Piatti Ristorante & Bar | 10% discount | 571 Pavilions Lane Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 649-8885 piatti.com |
| Raley’s | 10% discount (must show OneCard AND enter phone number for Something Extra Rewards program each visit- free sign ups!) | 2075 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95825 8391 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95826 raleys.com |
| Rivers Edge Café and Catering | 10% off dine in and phone orders. (Not valid for online orders. Not valid on holidays.) |
8740 La Riviera Drive, #C Sacramento, CA 95826 (916) 362-2221 riversedgecafeonline.com |
| Sam’s Hof Brau | 10% off food purchases | 2500 Watt Avenue Sacramento, CA 95821 (916) 482-2175 originalsamshofbrau.com |
| Subway | 10% discount | 1735 Arden Way #205 Sacramento, CA 95815 (916) 565-1005 5539 H Street, Suite 50 Sacramento, CA 95819 (916) 451-6500 |
| 10% off any sub, salad or wrap (drinks not included) | 2310 Fair Oaks Blvd. #B Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 923-1212 subway.com |
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| Taqueria los Compadres | Free regular soft drink with any purchase of $5.99 or more (one per visit) | 2550 Fair Oaks Blvd Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 257-2752 taquerialoscompadres.net |
| Zocalo | Students receive 10% off | any of 5 locations experiencezocalo.com |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ||
| Outlet Coworking | $50 off a resident membership | 2110 K Street Sacramento, CA 95816 (916) 476-9606 outletcoworking.com/en |
| Precision Garage Door Sacramento Valley | 50% off service charge with repair | 8175 Alpine Ave., Suite C Sacramento, CA 95826 (916) 864-9100 precisiondoorsacramentovalley.com |
| Sacramento Top 10 | -50% off Marketing Promotion for any registered SacState Department or student group -Assistance from Sacramento Top 10 for promoting your event or activity |
55 Fallon Lane Sacramento, CA 95819 (916) 265-2521 sacramentotop10.com/professional-services |
| TANNING SERVICES | ||
| R U TAN Pavilions | Tanning: 1 FREE Mega UV Tan (first visit) + 20% off all individual UV Tan packages including Red Light Therapy + 20% off all lotions. No sign up fees or commitment. Spray Tanning: 15% off a Single Custom Airbrush Spray Tan + 15% off a Single Mystic Automated Spray Booth. No appointment needed, walk-ins welcome. |
2326 Fair Oaks Blvd, Suite C. Sacramento, CA 95825 (just 1 mile from campus, East of Howe, behind McDonalds) (916) 649-8826 facebook.com/RUTanPavilions instagram.com/r_u_tan_pavilions rutanpavilions@gmail.com |
| TRANSLATION SERVICES | ||
| All Languages Translation | 20% off any translation services | uscisdocumenttranslation.com |
| Kings of Translation INC. | We are a professional translation agency that provides official document translation in any language pair. Kings of Translation would be happy to grant a 15% discount for translation of any official documents. We offer certified, notarized, and apostilled translations and are a member of ATA. Our services are available 24/7. Discount code: edu-KOT |
kingsoftranslation.com |
| Languex Translation | Languex provides inexpensive, fast, high quality translations to meet all your business and personal needs. We provide high-quality professional human translation of over 50 languages. Simply mention the promo code "csus-20" when getting your quote to receive 20% off all of your translation needs. |
languex.co |
| Official Translations | 25% discount for certified translations with promo code CSUS25 | officialtranslations.com |
| RushTranslate | Sac State employees and students are eligible for a 15% discount on all translation services from RushTranslate! We offer certified translation services in 65+ languages provided by professional translators with quick and easy online ordering. Just mention the "Sac-State"discount when requesting a quote. | rushtranslate.com |
| Tomedes | Tomedes is a global translation company that provides quality translation solutions and is offering a 10% discount off its services to Sac State students and employees. Use promo code GIFT2023 upon checkout. | tomedes.com |