Obtaining Your E-ID (username) and Password
Your e-ID username and password are required to access your SIUE email account. In order to obtain the e-ID user name, you will need your student identification number included in your admit letter (the 9-digit number beginning with 800). Follow the steps below to activate your E-ID:
- Navigate to www.siue.edu/eid
- Select I want to get an e-ID
- Enter your information:
- Enter your University ID/800# (all 9 digits required)
- Complete all required fields
- Click Continue
- Note: If you receive an error, try removing your middle initial
- Review the User Agreement:
- Read the terms
- Select Agree and click Continue
- Record your credentials:
- Note your assigned e-ID
- Save your new password
- Your e-ID will be used for all SIUE services
- Your email format: yourid@siue.edu (example: ecougar@siue.edu)
If you encounter any problems, please call 618-650-5500 or email SIUE ITS at help@siue.edu with your #800 and a screenshot of the problem so that they can understand your case and provided you with a better solution.
