Student Checking

This checking account is designed with students in mind and offers a Visa debit card, fraud protection, and digital access anytime, anywhere - all with no monthly fees.

Free Student Checking Account
Free Student Checking Account

Free Checking with Great Perks

Student Checking enables young adults to achieve financial independence. With no monthly fees, 24/7 digital access to your account, fraud protection, and free credit monitoring, Student Checking is simple, convenient and designed with students in mind.

    • No Monthly Fees & $0 Minimum Balance
    • 24/7 Digital Access with Online & Mobile Banking
    • Free Credit Score & Report Monitoring with Credit Sense
    • Visa Zero Liability Fraud Protection
    • Free Debit Card
    • 5 Free Out-of-Network ATM Transactions per Month
    • Free eStatements

The Perfect Checking Account for Students

Credit Union Rates

No Monthly Fees or Minimum Balance

Tired of monthly fees? Student Checking from Communication Federal Credit Union has no monthly fees, and no minimum balance requirement or other hoops to jump through in order to avoid monthly fees.

Secure 24/7 Digital Access

Sign in to online banking or download the CFCU Mobile app to manage your finances with ease.

    • Check Balances
    • Make Transfers
    • Link External Accounts
    • Send & Receive Money with Zelle®
    • Use Online Bill Pay
    • Block/Unblock Your Debit Card
    • Access Your Free Credit Report & Score
CFCU Digital Banking on Laptop and Mobile Phone
CFCU Branch Building

Friendly, Personalized Service

With a Student Checking account, you get access to personal support from the Communication Federal Credit Union team. Whether you have questions about your checking account or need help with other financial needs, we are here to help!

Visa Zero Liability & Fraud Prevention

    • With Visa Zero Liability coverage, you’re not responsible for unauthorized charges.**
    • Visa checks over 500+ data points on transactions to help catch fraud before transactions are approved.
    • From chip technology to sophisticated protections like biometrics, Visa keeps innovating to ensure your card is safe.
Piggy Bank with Debit Card

Join over 130,000 members who trust CFCU as their partner in financial success!

A minimum opening deposit of $25 is required to open a Student Checking account. A parent or guardian must be a joint owner if the account holder is under age 18. Checking accounts are subject to approval and all eligibility guidelines apply. CFCU membership is required, which involves opening a Primary Savings account with a $5 deposit.