Please beware of suspicious phone calls and text messages regarding your account. Alabama CU will never call you to request your personal or financial information. If someone calls with this request, immediately hang up and contact us directly at 888.817.2002.

For more information, please visit our Security and Fraud Center.

Student Checking

We make managing your money easy, so you can keep your focus on school.

Student Checking

As a student, you have the opportunity to apply for our Value Account, which is free to students while you are in school. Our Value Account is our checking account that delivers basic features and superior convenience.

Student

Why Choose Alabama Credit Union?

  • On-campus branches at both The University of Alabama and The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAHuntsville)
  • ATMs around both campus locations, plus over 30,000 surcharge-free nationwide CO-OP ATMs
  • No minimum balance, No monthly fee, and a free ATM/Debit Card printed on-site
  • Free 24/7 Online and Mobile app account access
 

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 branch
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

Open an Account Online

All account owners/joint owners must:

  • Provide a valid state-issued driver's license or state-issued non-driver's ID
  • Provide a Social Security number or Tax Identification Number
  • Sign account signature cards
Student

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!