In work, school, and life, you lead the way.

Let’s be real: You’re already handling adulthood on your own terms. Balancing classes, clocking into work, and figuring out what comes next. It’s a lot. Managing your money shouldn’t add to the stress. 

At Oakland University Credit Union, we’re not here to lecture you on budgeting or sell you things you don’t need.  

We see your hustle. We respect it. Our money’s on you. 

BONUS: Get $50 for whatever comes next.

  • Open a new OU Credit Union debit card.
  • Complete at least 10 purchases within 30 days.
  • $50 will be added to your Grizzly Saver account.1

Fewer fees. More gas money.

We’ve stripped away the unnecessary fees and banking runaround to give you two straightforward tools designed to maximize your money while you live your life.

The OU Credit Union
Savings BuilderSM2

Grow your funds automatically while you focus on the daily grind.

  • Automatic, high-yield growth on your initial savings.
  • No monthly maintenance fees eating your balance.
  • Perfect for post-college planning.

The OU Credit Union Platinum Plus Visa® Credit Card3

Qualifying students receive our lowest rates, allowing you to build your credit score safely.

  • Zero annual fees, zero stress.
  • 1% cash back on ALL purchases.
  • Ironclad fraud protection.

Your money works
on your time.

Between commuting to campus and heading to work, you don’t have time to sit at a branch. Your OU Credit Union checking account goes wherever you go with our easy-to-use mobile app.

  • Move Money Fast, Anytime: Split the bill, send cash to friends, or pay your bills instantly through OU Credit Union's Member2MemberSM transfers.
  • Tap and Go: Add your OU Credit Union card straight to Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, Samsung Pay, and Visa Checkout.
  • Total Control: Freeze your card instantly if it goes missing, track your spending habits, and set goals — all from your phone.
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Level Up Your Student Finances

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Member perks:
Financial tools, no gatekeeping.

Banking with OU Credit Union means unlocking exclusive, free access to platforms that make your money go further.

Competitive rates. Flexible payments. Zero judgment.

Need to bridge the tuition gap? We offer student loans designed for real student life. That means competitive rates, flexible repayment options that fit your income, and support from real people who understand the unique stresses of college. 

Big credit union energy. Local campus roots.

OU Credit Union is one of the nation’s largest and most trusted credit unions — bringing proven stability, innovation and member-first values to everything we do.

  • 400K+ members served and counting.
  • Thousands of OU students currently banking with us.
  • More than 85 years of experience.
  • On-campus branches and ATMs for when you need a real human, plus 24/7 digital chat when you’re on the move.

FAQs: Quick answers for busy schedules.

Do I need a ton of money to open a Savings Builder?

Nope. After opening an OU Credit Union checking account, you can start building your savings with $5.

 

Can I keep my accounts after I graduate?

Absolutely. Once a Golden Grizzly, always a member. Your accounts and perks stay with you wherever your post-college life takes you.

Are there hidden fees?

We don’t do sneaky monthly maintenance fees or runarounds. We keep it completely transparent.

Ready to take the lead?

Get started today!

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Every Oakland University Credit Union account is federally insured by the NCUA, giving you the confidence of a trusted foundation and the freedom of a fully digital experience.

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1 Current Oakland University (OU) students who are enrolled in the 2026-2027 academic year and open a Oakland University Credit Union (OU Credit Union) checking account with a Visa® Debit Card between 6/1/26 and 10/31/26 and complete at least 10 qualifying debit card purchase  transactions within 30 days of account opening will receive a $50 bonus deposited into their Grizzly Saver account. Not valid for members with current or previously closed checking accounts. This offer cannot be combined with other checking account offers. Qualifying purchase transactions include point-of-sale purchases using a physical debit card or a digital wallet linked to the debit card. ATM transactions, transfers, refunds, credits, and person-to-person (P2P) payments are not eligible. Transactions must post to the account within 30 days of account opening to qualify. The $50 bonus will be deposited into the member’s Grizzly Saver account within 4 weeks after the qualifying 10th debit card purchase transaction is completed. Bonus may be taxable and reported on an IRS Form 1099-INT or 1099-MISC.

2 Membership and Account Agreement | Electronic Funds Transfer and Payment Services Agreement and Disclosure | Truth in Savings and Funds Availability Disclosure | Privacy Notice

Must have an active checking account to be eligible for a Savings Builder account. The Savings Builder is a tiered rate account which pays a different dividend rate on the amount of funds in each tier. Each dividend rate will apply only to the portion of the account balance within each balance range tier and not the entire account balance. For example, if you had a daily balance of $3,000 in your Savings Builder, you would earn the Tier 1 rate on the first $999.99, the Tier 2 rate on dollars $1,000 through $1,999.99, and the Tier 3 rate on dollars $2,000 through $3,000. No minimum balance required to open a Savings Builder account or to earn dividends. Limit one Savings Builder account per account. Youth accounts, business accounts, Individual Retirement Accounts (IRA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are not eligible for a Savings Builder account. Fees may reduce earnings.

3 Platinum Plus Visa Cash Back Rewards Disclosure | Membership Account and Account Application | DocuSign Disclosure | Visa Gift Card Disclosure | Merchant Surcharge Fees | Application and Solicitation Disclosure | Account Agreement and Disclosure | Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver | USA PATRIOT Act | Reloadable Visa Debit Card | Roadside Dispatch Disclosure | Credit Card Agreement and Disclosure

$50 Welcome Bonus Offer:
You will receive $50 once you spend $1,000 on net purchases within the first 90 days after OU Credit Union Platinum Plus Visa Credit Card approval. Purchases must post to your account within the first 90 days. Once you qualify for this bonus, we will apply it to your Platinum Plus Visa card cash back balance within 45 days. Qualifying purchases exclude tax payments, any unauthorized charges or transactions, cash advances, convenience checks, balance transfers, or fees of any kind. Returns or other reversals of purchases conducted within the first 90 days will be excluded. Account must be in good standing to receive $50. Account is not in good standing if closed or suspended. If the account is closed by either you or by the Credit Union for any reason prior to the $50 bonus being credited to your card, the bonus will be considered to have been forfeited. This one-time $50 offer is valid for new, first-time OU Credit Union Platinum Plus Visa Credit cardholders only. This offer may be canceled at any time without notice.

How We Will Calculate Your Balance: We use a method called "average daily balance (including new purchases)."

Members will earn 1% cash back on all purchases. Cash back is not earned on tax payments, any unauthorized charges or transactions, cash advances, convenience checks, balance transfers, or fees of any kind. Account must be in good standing to redeem cash back. Returns result in the loss of cash back equal to the amount returned. Negative cash back will be given if returns or credits exceed purchases.

APR is annual percentage rate, and is stated for qualified members having high credit scores. Actual rates may be higher and will be determined by member's credit score.

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