Overview

Information Technology provides self-service tools for students to change or reset their passwords.

How To Change Your Password

1. Go to the password reset portal

   1.  https://password.unwsp.edu
      

      

2. Enter your username in this format: username@unwsp.edu (ex: abjohnson@unwsp.edu), then click “Next.”
   

   

3. You will then be prompted to enter the security code that was sent via text to your cell phone number on file. 

   1. See Requirements above if you do not get a text with a 6 digit security code
      

4. After entering your security code, you will be directed to this screen to choose a new password

   1. If you did not receive a security code and did not receive and error code, the code might have been sent to a different cell phone on file. Please contact the IT Service Desk at 651-631-5699 to have your password reset. 

   2. If you received an error code or a message saying that there is no phone number on file, please contact the IT Service Desk at 651-631-5699 to have your password reset. 
      

5. You should then see a screen indicating that the reset was successful. If you run into any issues please call the IT Service Desk at 651-631-5699.

Note

For a password reset, your cell phone number must be accurate. If your cell phone number is inaccurate or missing, update your personal information here.

Password Requirements

1. Your new password must be different from any previous password.

2. It must include at least 14 characters.

3. It must have at least three of these four characteristics:

   1. uppercase

   2. lowercase

   3. number

   4. symbol

4. It must not contain part of your name, username, or ID number.

Still need help?

If neither option works for you, please call the IT Service Desk at 651-631-5699.