PSECU is offering a $300 bonus when you open a qualifying checking account and meet the requirements.

Update 1/3/25: The $300 checking bonus has been extended through 12/31/25.

To qualify for the bonus, simply

Open a PSECU savings and checking account with debit card using promo code: 300PROMO
Sign up and log into digital banking (online or mobile).
Set up and receive two (2) qualifying payroll direct deposits each of $500 or more.
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.

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About PSECU

PSECU was founded roughly 80 years ago. It has since grown to be the largest credit union in the state of Pennsylvania. Additionally, their focus is on making their community stronger and giving back where it matters most.

Eligibility: PSECU membership is open to those who: reside with or have a relative who is a PSECU member; have a relationship with one of the many PA colleges or universities we work with; work for one of the more than 1,000 employers headquartered in PA that offer membership as a benefit. Click here for full membership details.

PSECU $300 Checking Bonus

What you’ll get: $300 bonus
Account Type: Checking account
Availability: PA. Nationwide if you become Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society (PRPS) for $10.
Direct Deposit Requirement: Yes (see what works)
Credit Inquiry: Hard Pull
ChexSystem: Yes
Credit Card Funding: Up to $100 with a Visa or Mastercard
Monthly Fees: None
Early Account Termination Fee: Bonus forfeit if account is closed within 12 months
Household Limit: None

$300 Bonus at PSECU

(Offer expires 12/31/2025)

Fine Print

From 1.1.25 to 12.31.25, PSECU is running a new member incentive bonus. To receive $300, new members must sign up with promotional code 300PROMO and satisfy each of the requirements listed below. After the first 100 days from establishing membership, your status to receive the bonus will be assessed and processed, which can take up to 45 days. This means, if all requirements are met, you can expect your bonus to be deposited into your Regular savings share within 145 days from establishing membership. Promotion open to U.S. Residents who are 18 years of age or older at the time membership is established. 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, have closed an account within the past 12 months, or have received any new member incentive bonus within the past 12 months. 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. $5 is required to open and maintain a Regular savings share account. This $5 share deposit is also required to be eligible to receive the 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. If the member account is closed within the first year of membership, the initial $5 share will be retained by PSECU. The Annual Percentage Yield on PSECU’s Regular savings share account is 0.25%. This variable rate is current as of 12.1.2024 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 decisions 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 days of establishing membership) Within 100 days of establishing membership, you must sign up with promotional code 300PROMO, be approved for at least one savings and one checking account with debit card, sign up and log in to digital banking (online or mobile), and set up and receive 2 Qualifying Payroll Direct Deposit(s) each of $500 or more into either the new savings or checking accounts. 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 paychecks, Social Security payments, and pension payment. The following are not Qualifying Direct Deposits: person to person transfers (P2P), demand deposit account to demand deposit account transfers (for example, from a checking account to another checking account), and deposits or ACH transfers not from an employer or the government (for example, online transfers or bank transfers).