KU Alumni $800 Offer

KU Traditions Go Further with Jayhawk Checking

With every swipe of your KU Debit Card traditions come to life again! So, what are you waiting for?

KU Alumni Can Earn up to $800disclosure 1 in 3 Easy Steps:

  1. Open any eligible checking account, and
  2. Have two or more direct deposits within the first 90 days totaling:
    • $800 to $9,999.99 to earn $300
    • $10,000 or more to earn $800
  3. Have a minimum $50 balance 90 days after account opening

Use Promo Code: ALUMNI

Open an Account

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Access Popular Features Even Faster!

With innovative tools like the Home Screen Widget – quickly access cards, transfers, mobile check deposit, and Zelle®³ – you can manage your new checking account even easier!

It’s all about creating the best banking experience for you! From our service standards, to the technology and tools (that we use, too!), see for yourself what it means to bank better! You’ll be happy you did.

Jayhawk-Branded Account Accessories

Jayhawk debit card

Free Official Jayhawk Debit Mastercard®

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Specially designed Jayhawks checks available

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Fan-Favorite Technology Tools

Enjoy the technology that makes game day more fun!

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Mobile Banking App²

Find out why Jayhawk fans love our award-winning mobile app! We built this app to help you easily check balances, make payments, and quickly stay up-to-date on your account.

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Digital Wallet

There's no need to pull out your wallet or fumble for cash – enjoy an easier way to pay! Your new Jayhawk Checking Debit Mastercard integrates seamlessly into your favorite mobile wallet – Apple Pay, Samsung Wallet, and Google Wallet.

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Zelle® Person-to-Person Payments

It’s fast, safe, and easy to send money to your friends and family. Zelle makes it easy and quick to split the cost of game tickets, pay your friend back for concessions at the game, or split parking costs.

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Mobile Alerts²

Never miss a beat with your account! Whether you’re buying tickets online, or booking a hotel room, it’s easy to stay informed on your account. Choose to get an alert when your card is used, if your account is a certain balance, or set spending limit notifications and more!

Show Your Jayhawk Spirit

Jayhawk Debit Card

With Jayhawk Checking, traditions started on campus can go with you anywhere! Show off your crimson and blue when you open a new checking account with the Jayhawk Checking package.

Open Jayhawk Checking

Already a customer? Let’s switch over your account! Call us at (816) 525-5300 or stop by any of our convenient locations to get started.

  1. To receive a bonus, you must: (1) open and maintain any personal checking account except Free Checking. (2) Deposit $50 or more at account opening, and (3) have at least two or more direct deposits within 90 days of account opening that total; $800 to $9,999.99 to earn the $300 bonus or $10,000 or more to earn the $800 bonus. Minimum balance of $50 required 90 days after account opening to receive bonus. Qualifying types of Direct Deposits include any direct deposit from Payroll, Pension or Government Benefit. Bonuses are reported to the IRS as interest. Bonuses will be deposited into the checking account within 15 business days after account(s) 1) meets all requirements AND 2) has been open for 90 days. Available to new checking account customers only. Offer is not available to those whose accounts have been closed with a negative balance within the last 2 years. You will receive only one new checking account opening related bonus every two years from the last date incentive was paid. Only one bonus per household. Customer must bring in mailer or use offer code to receive incentive. Offer may only be redeemed by the intended recipient and is nontransferable. Eligibility for this offer will be verified prior to providing the bonus. The new checking account must be open and in good standing on the date any earned bonus is paid. We reserve the right not to open accounts for customers outside our market area. Please contact us for further details. Promotion ends 12/31/2025. Back to content
  2. Mobile carrier data and text rates may apply. Back to content
  3. Zelle is intended for sending money to family, friends and people you are familiar with. We recommend that you not use Zelle to send money to anyone you don’t know. Zelle and the Zelle related marks are wholly owned by Early Warning Services, LLC, and are used herein under license. Back to content

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