Student Password Reset Instructions

Need help with your HACC account password? Visit accounts.hacc.edu to access password and account management tools.

Forgot or Expired Password

If you don’t remember your password, your password has expired, or you’re unsure which reset option to use:

  1. Go to the Forgot or Expired Password page: https://accounts.hacc.edu/passwordreset/verify
  2. Enter your HACC Username (HAWKmail prefix) and complete the RECAPTCHA verification.
  3. Select an email address or phone number to verify your identity.
  4. Review your contact information:
    1. Click Skip to continue, or
    2. Click Change to update your information.
  5. Enter your new password, confirm it, and click Save.

Password Requirements: Cannot use last four passwords, Must be at least 8 characters, Must be no greater than 64 characters, Must contain one uppercase letter (A-Z), one lowercase letter (a-z), and one number (0-9), Must NOT contain any parts of your name, Special characters ($,#,!, etc.) are permitted but not required.

Change your password (If you know it)

If you know your current password and want to change it:

  1. Visit the Password Reset page: https://accounts.hacc.edu/passwordreset/address/index
  2. Login with your HACC Username and password
  3. Review your contact information:
    1. Click Skip to continue, or
    2. Click Change to update your information.
  4. Enter your new password, confirm it, and click Save.

New Student Account Resources

Activate your account: https://accounts.hacc.edu/studentclaim/

Note: You will need to have your Student ID/ H#. You should have received communication from Admissions with instructions to claim your account.

Need Additional Help? Contact the IT Support Center:
📧 support@hacc.edu