Cougars: You Could Earn $150
Note: Entering a promotional code does not guarantee eligibility for the offer. See the offer disclosures for eligibility requirements, limitations and full details.
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For more than 130 years, WSU has been unlocking possibilities for students, alumni, and communities across Washington. BECU shares that commitment, and we're proud to partner with Washington State University and support Cougs throughout every chapter of your financial journey.
Earn Like a Coug, Pay Like a Coug
Right now, you can earn a $150 bonus for opening a savings account and checking account1 and meeting transaction requirements.2 Be sure to select the WSU debit card to go with your checking account. It's one way to stay close to Pullman and rep crimson no matter where life takes you.
Plus, when you become a BECU member, you'll also have access to exciting perks and benefits, competitive rates and free financial guidance. Join us today to experience the credit union difference.
Transaction Requirements
Within the first 30 days of account opening, perform 10 or more qualifying transactions, such as:
- Make purchases using your BECU debit or credit card.3
- Write paper or electronic checks.
- Make deposits or withdrawals using your BECU checking account.
Ready to Earn $150?
Don't miss out on this limited-time offer. Use promo code BECU4YOU when you apply. Offer ends Dec. 31, 2026.
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1Offer valid starting 6/1/2026 until 12/31/2026 and redeemable at any BECU location and online. For new BECU members only, age 18 and older. Must be within BECU's field of membership and be eligible to open and maintain membership; not everyone will qualify. Business, Fiduciary, Zero-Dividend, HSA, and Early Saver accounts are not eligible to receive deposit bonuses. BECU employees are not eligible. Must establish and maintain membership by opening a Member Share savings and also a checking account using promo code BECU4YOU by December 31, 2026, and meeting the transaction requirements within 30 days of account opening. BECU is not required to pay the promotional incentive for accounts opened without the appropriate Promo Code.
Other terms, limitations, and conditions apply. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Limit one membership offer per member. Check with BECU for current Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of accounts. The $150 bonus deposit to your Member Share or Member Advantage savings account will occur within 120 days of establishing the qualifying accounts if the transaction requirements were met in the first 30 days. Accounts must be open and in good standing at time of fulfillment to qualify. BECU will not deposit bonus funds to closed accounts. Bonus will be reported to the IRS on form 1099INT at year end as interest income. BECU reserves the right to terminate this offer at any time.
2To meet the transaction requirements, you must open and maintain active Member Share or Member Advantage savings and a checking account. New members have 30 days from the time of account opening to complete 10 or more qualifying transactions. Qualifying transactions must be made using a BECU checking account or with a linked BECU debit card, or BECU credit card and include: ATM deposits, transfers, and withdrawals; write checks or electronic checks; send ACH transactions, send international or domestic wire transfers; point of sale purchases; external or electronic deposits; credit card purchases and cash advances. Checks and electronic checks must clear account within 30 days of account opening.
3Approval subject to BECU membership, credit approval and other underwriting criteria; not every applicant will qualify. Credit Card programs, services, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Contact BECU for the most current information. Your APR will vary with the market based on the Prime Rate. Please refer to the Credit and Security Agreement for the terms and conditions, fees, and charges, and other information regarding your credit card account.