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Student Savings

Helping young people gain financial independence

Student savings is the perfect account for helping children develop good savings habits, with a low opening deposit and no monthly maintenance charge. Interest on Student Savings accounts grows as their balance increases, making it a great option for building college savings.

Earn higher returns

Earns a variable tiered interest rate based on your balance.

Account access by phone

Unlimited 24-hour access via phone for balances.

FDIC insured

Get FDIC protection on your account for up to $250,000 per depositor for each ownership category.

Daily compounding

The interest will compound daily and credit monthly.

Get to know Student Savings

  • The minimum opening deposit is $10.
  • No monthly maintenance charge.1
  • Automatic transfer service between deposit accounts or automatic loan payments.
  • Account inquiry only on online and mobile banking.3
  • Unlimited teller service.
  • Account statement generated at the end of each month when account activity includes an electronic funds transfer (ACH).
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