Student Checking

Open a Student Checking Account built for college life with simple, no fee banking, mobile access, and tools to help you stay on track financially.

Student

Student Checking Special Offer

Students at the following schools are eligible to receive $25* automatically deposited into their account when they open a Student Checking Account at Alabama Credit Union.

  • University of Alabama 
  • University of Alabama in Huntsville
  • Calhoun Community College
  • Wallace State Community College

Why Students Choose Alabama Credit Union?

Convenient Services

  • Fee-free checking with no minimum balance
  • Free ATM/Debit Card printed on-site
  • More than 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs
  • Online Banking with electronic Bill Pay
  • Mobile Banking with Mobile Deposit 
  • Notify Me Alerts about your account - via text or email

Get started today!

  • ONLINE: Open your account online in just a few clicks
  • ON-CAMPUS: Open your account in person during Freshman Orientation at our on-campus branches
In Tuscaloosa

- 401 University Boulevard East, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

- UA Student Center- 2nd floor inside the UA Student Center on The University of Alabama Campus

In Huntsville

- 851 John Wright Drive, Huntsville, AL 35899

What You'll Need

  • Valid driver’s license or state-issued ID
  • Social Security number or Tax Identification Number
  • Sign account documents

Easy Money Transfers to Your Account

Parents can transfer money to your checking account with multiple options, including: 

  • Transfer funds with Zelle
  • Deposit checks directly with ACU mobile deposit feature via our Mobile App
  • Mail a deposit to Alabama Credit Union, P.O. Box 862998, Tuscaloosa, AL 35486
  • Make a deposit at any Alabama Credit Union branch
  • Wire funds from parent's existing account
  • Free access to CO-OP Shared Branch network with more than 5,600 locations nationwide that allow for deposits directly to Alabama Credit Union

If you are a student and are interested in our Lifestyle Account, which includes amazing features and perks like Cell Phone Protection and Roadside Assistance, sign up today for only $5/month! 

 

Disclosure

*Eligibility: Membership eligibility is required. Offer is available to college students ages 17 through 23 who open a new Lifestyle or Value Checking Account. Valid student ID or proof of enrollment is required at the time of account opening. A New Member is defined as a person/account holder who is eligible for membership, does not have an existing account at Alabama Credit Union, has never caused a loss to Alabama Credit Union, and has opened the required accounts. Bonus Details: A $25 bonus will be deposited into the new checking account immediately after opening. This offer is limited to one bonus per member and is valid for first-time checking account holders only. The award will be paid to one account only when a jointly owned account is opened. Fees and Opening Deposit: A $1 membership fee is required to open a Share Savings account. Minimum deposit requirements exist for deposit account products; refer to the Alabama Credit Union Truth In Savings disclosure, Alabama Credit Union Schedule of Fees and Charges, and Alabama Credit Union Membership & Account Agreement given to you at account opening for details, or visit http://AlabamaCU.com . The offer is subject to change or withdrawal at any time without notice. Federally Insured by NCUA.