Local Banks

As a Penn student, you have the option to choose any bank for your direct deposit relationship. Penn has a long-standing relationship with PNC Bank, which offers services you may find specifically tailored for your needs.

There are other institutions near campus that you may decide better meet your needs. We list a selection of nearby banks below.

Note to New Students:

U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents: You can open an account with any of these financial institutions online, prior to your arrival on campus.

International Students: You must be present to open an account and should do so as soon as possible after your arrival on campus.

PNC Bank

Students can link their PennCards to a PNC Bank account to use as an ATM or debit card. PNC makes banking convenient, with PNC ATMs on and around campus, including all Wawa locations. PNC also offers a number of accounts and tools customized for students.

You should be aware that, in exchange for the opportunity to promote their programs to the Penn community, PNC Bank provides Penn with financial contributions that help sustain important student programs and other University initiatives.

For more information about Penn's relationship with PNC and how to open an account, visit the PennCard website

PNC also publishes information specifically for international students looking to open a U.S. bank account. 

Other Financial Institutions

Listed in alphabetical order, located on or near the Penn Campus:

  • Bank of America
  • Citizens Bank
  • Santander Bank
  • Sovereign Bank
  • Student Federal Credit Union
  • TD Bank
  • Wells Fargo
Banking Relationship Disclosures

Penn complies with the U.S. Department of Education’s guidelines in making information on its marketing relationships with financial institutions publicly available. The contract outlining the banking relationship with PNC Bank can be found here.