How do I create a Blackboard account for an external (non-UIC) user?

Individuals affiliated with the University of Illinois Chicago with an activated UIC NetID will automatically have a Blackboard account.

If you need to have an account created for an external user (someone not affiliated with the University) you will need to first request an account be created for the external user, and then you will need to add the new user to the Blackboard course you want them to have access to.

1. To request the external affiliate account follow these instructions: External Affiliate & Guest Account Creation
2. To add the user to the Blackboard course follow these steps: 
   1. Original View: https://help.blackboard.com/Learn/Instructor/Original/Courses/Manage_Course_Enrollment
   2. Ultra View: https://help.blackboard.com/Learn/Instructor/Ultra/Courses/Manage_Course_Enrollment

For trouble logging into Blackboard, please visit a consultant at the Technical Helpdesk located in IDEA Commons in the Richard J. Daley Library, or visit it.uic.edu/tech-helpdesk.

If you are having problems following the process please contact us by sending an email to LTS@uic.edu.