Hey Nittany Nation - You Can Earn $300*!
We're The Official Financial Services Provider of The Penn State Alumni Association and our partnership means new PSECU members can earn $300* in bonus cash when you open a new member account with us and meet promo requirements.
New Member Offer Details
- Open a PSECU savings and checking account using promo code: 2026PROMO
- Set up and receive two (2) qualifying payroll direct deposits, each of $500 or more.
Please note: Promo requirements must be completed within 100 days of establishing membership. Once promo requirements are met, your bonus will be paid within 145 days of establishing membership.
Open a new member account and start earning your bonus cash.
PSECU Credit Union Member Perks
As The Official Financial Services Provider of The Penn State Alumni Association, we know how deep
your Penn State loyalty runs and we want to provide you with the best member experience possible:
Member Service
We make members feel valued, cared for, supported, and empowered to take control of their finances and achieve their dreams.
Peace of Mind
Our fraud prevention and security teams work hard every day to ensure your personal information and money are safe.
Competitive Rates
PSECU members enjoy competitive rates on loans and deposit products like savings accounts, certificates, and money markets.
on YOU
"Members achieve more" isn’t just a tagline for us. It’s a part of everything we do. We provide lifelong value to our members as their trusted financial partner.
What does it mean to "be a member" or "join" a credit union?
When you join PSECU, you’re more than just a customer—you're a member-owner of a not-for-profit financial cooperative. Guided by a commitment to the "people helping people" philosophy, PSECU focuses on returning value to its members with lower fees and personalized service, unlike traditional banks that prioritize stockholder profits. As part of our commitment to financial wellness, we offer a range of free resources to help members thrive financially.
Blue & White Banking for
Alumni, Friends + Fans
We're the credit union for Penn Staters and offer Blue & White Banking so you can show your Nittany Lion pride. As The Official Financial Services Provider of the Penn State Alumni Association, we keep checking simple with no monthly fees, no complicated rules, and no hidden charges.
Plus, when you join PSECU, the Penn State Alumni Association benefits, too. We'll pay your first year of Penn State Alumni Association membership dues if you're not yet a member of the association. Because we're the credit union for all Penn Staters, this offer is extended to fans, too!
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$300 New Member Bonus Terms and Conditions. From 1.1.26 to 12.31.26, PSECU is running a new member incentive bonus. To be eligible to receive $300, new members must apply for membership using the promotional code and satisfy each of the requirements listed below. Your membership application must be started between 1.1.26 and 12.31.26 to be eligible to participate in this bonus offer. Applications started before 1.1.26 or after 12.31.26 will be disqualified from participation in the promotion. After the first 100 days from the date membership is established, PSECU will assess whether all promotional requirements have been met. If eligible, bonus processing may take up to an additional 45 days. Therefore, if all conditions are satisfied, the $300 bonus can be deposited into your Regular savings share within 145 days of the membership establishment date. PSECU reserves the right to extend processing time if requirements are not met or if additional verification is needed. This promotion is limited to individuals who are either a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien residing in the U.S. who are 18 years of age or older at the time membership is established. Eligibility is determined based on the applicant’s status as of the date of membership establishment, and no exceptions will be made. Limit one (1) new member $300 New Member Bonus per tax identification number used to open a new PSECU account. Joint owners listed on accounts are not eligible to be rewarded for this bonus unless they open their own account. You will not be eligible for the $300 New Member Bonus if you are a current PSECU member or have closed an account within the past 12 months. You are not eligible to receive this bonus if you ever received any new member incentive bonus from PSECU for opening a new account, regardless of when the prior bonus was awarded. This restriction applies to all prior new member promotional offers and is not subject to exception. Members who open accounts and/or loans by fraudulent, suspicious, or illegal means, including but not limited to providing PSECU with fraudulent or fabricated information, are not eligible to participate in this bonus offer. PSECU may adjust the deposited bonus or remove the deposited bonus at any time if PSECU suspects accounts and/or loans were opened by fraudulent, suspicious, or illegal means, including but not limited to providing PSECU with fraudulent or fabricated information. A minimum share deposit of $5 is required to open and maintain a Regular savings share account. The $5 share deposit is also a mandatory condition for eligibility to receive the $300 New Member Bonus, and the member must be in good standing as defined by PSECU's Bylaws Article II, Section 1. A $5 minimum share purchase will be made on behalf of the new member by PSECU. The Annual Percentage Yield on PSECU's Regular savings share account is 0.25%. This variable rate is current as of 12.1.2025 and may change. Withdrawals and fees may reduce earnings on the account. The recipient of the bonus ($300) is solely responsible for payment of applicable taxes on that amount. If you have any questions, please seek the advice of a qualified tax professional. The decision to award a portion or total bonus is solely within PSECU’s discretion, and all decisions made by PSECU shall be final. PSECU may terminate or change the terms and conditions of this promotion without notice. Subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
$300 New Member Bonus (must be completed within 100 calendar days of establishing membership)
To qualify for the $300 New Member Bonus, all required actions must be completed within 100 calendar days of the date membership is established. This includes: using promotional code 2026PROMO at the time of application, being approved for and opening at least one savings and one checking account, and setting up and receiving two (2) Qualifying Payroll Direct Deposits of $500 or more each into either the new savings or checking account. Failure to complete all requirements within the 100-day window will result in disqualification from the promotion. PSECU is not responsible for delays caused by force majeure, act of God, or third parties in the processing of direct deposits.
Qualifying Payroll Direct Deposits are defined as recurring electronic deposits from an employer, Social Security payments, and pension payments. Examples include paychecks, Social Security payments, and pension payments. The following do not qualify and will not be counted toward bonus eligibility: person-to-person transfers (P2P), transfers between demand deposit accounts (for example, from a checking account to another checking account), and deposits or ACH transfers not originating directly from an employer or the government (for example, online transfers or bank transfers). PSECU reserves the right to verify the source of all deposits and disqualify any that do not meet the defined criteria.


