Award Verification Tool Access

To access the web version

  1. Log into MyAccess (opens in new window) and DUO multi-factor authentication, if prompted.
  2. Select Award Verification Tool from the applications list.
    If necessary, click Manage Favorites to find and save the Award Verification Tool to your list of applications.
  3. When connecting to the Award Verification Tool from outside the UCSF network, you must first connect to UCSF’s Pulse Secure VPN (opens in new window). 
  4. If you work at an affiliate location that restricts installation of UCSF's Pulse Secure VPN, you can use the VPN web portal (opens in new window).
    For assistance with connecting to the VPN web portal, visit https://it.ucsf.edu/how-to/vpn-web-portal (opens in new window) or contact the IT Service Desk(opens in new window). 

Refer to UCSF Web Browser Standards(opens in new window) on IT's website to view current standards and determine whether your browser is supported.  

To download and access the mobile app

Authorized users have the option of using the mobile app version of the Award Verification Tool. You must enroll your device using the Intune Company Portal app (Comp Portal) before you can download the UCSF Award Verification mobile app. If you are not already enrolled, follow the instructions on the IT website to enroll your mobile device in the Intune Company Portal (opens in new window). If you need assistance with the Intune Company Portal, refer to the Intune Frequently Asked Questions (opens in new window) or contact the IT Service Desk (opens in new window).

  1. Download the UCSF Award Verification Tool app to your device.
    1. For iOS devices:
      1. Open the Intune Company Portal (Comp Portal) on your device.
      2. Select 'Award Verification Tool' from the list of apps in the Intune Company Portal.
        • There is no limit to the number of licenses for this app, and you can ignore the message concerning licenses. 
      3. Tap Install.
        • You will receive a pop-up message that requires you to confirm your choice.   
        • During app installation, look at the home screen of your device (not the Intune Company Portal) to determine progress and if the app has been successfully installed.
    2. For Android devices:
      1. Launch the managed Google Play Store (Play Store) from your work profile.
        • The location of your work profile varies by device manufacturer and Android version.
      2. Search for 'Award Verification Tool'.
      3. Tap Install.
  2. Open the UCSF Award Verification app on your device and tap the Login button.
  3. Log in using your MyAccess credentials and DUO multi-factor authentication, if prompted.
    1. You can enable biometrics or use your device passcode to access the app.
    2. Your biometrics or device passcode will be required after 15 minutes of inactivity.
    3. As an extra security measure, you will need to use MyAccess and DUO weekly, or upon returning to the app after logging out.