University of Michigan - Flint

Banner is an administrative database that houses all student-related data; essentially tracking student activity from recruitment to graduation. It provides data integrity, accessibility and flexibility for enhanced decision-making, and improved service to students. The Banner database is directly linked with our online Student Information System (SIS), which allows for web-registration and web-based faculty grade submission. Students can now make credit card payments online.

Internet Native Banner, referred to as INB, is web-based, meaning users can access Banner using a web browser such as Internet Explorer.  Please consult the Quicknote How to Configure and Login to Internet-Native Banner (INB) for more information.

To obtain a Banner ID and password, you must first submit an online Access Request form and then complete the self-paced, computer-based training.  After your form and CBT score have been received, your ID will be emailed to you.  ID requests may take up to two business days to process. 

If you should ever need access to additional Banner forms or tables you must complete an Access Change Request form.  After approval of the change has been received, access will be granted.

Banner and SIS is normally available 24 hours a day, except for the following regularly-scheduled downtimes:
* Weekly Maintenance: Thursdays, 11:30pm - Fridays 6:00am
* Weekly Backup: Saturdays, 9:00pm – 12:00 midnight
* Monthly Upgrades: third Sunday of the month, 12:00 midnight - 2:00pm
* Monthly Reporting: first day of the month, 12:00 midnight – 3:00am 

NOTE: The WebSam and student computer id creation will also be unavailable during these times.