The CougarCard

Open a Student Checking Account

Opening an Account

U.S. Bank has made opening a student checking account fast and easy! Simply follow the steps below and the CougarCard Center and U.S. Bank will instantly issue your CougarCard Maxx to you and have you on your way in just a few minutes.

U.S. Citizens

  1. Print and complete the Cougar Checking application
  2. Bring the completed application, government-issued ID and opening deposit to the CougarCard Center.
  3. Get your picture taken for a new CougarCard Maxx.
  4. Visit the U.S. Bank branch next door to the CougarCard Center to open your account and get your new CougarCard Maxx.

Non-U.S. Citizens

  1. Print and complete the Cougar Checking application
  2. Bring the completed application, W-8 BEN form, government-issued passport written in English and opening deposit to the CougarCard Center.
  3. Get your picture taken for a new CougarCard Maxx.
  4. Visit the U.S. Bank branch next door to the CougarCard Center to open your account and get your new CougarCard Maxx.

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