PNC Student Banking at University of Illinois System

PNC Student Banking makes managing your money while you're at school one less thing to worry about.

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Key Features & Benefits

Convenient Locations

We're here when you need us. We have branches and ATMs on or near many campuses to ensure you have access to the resources you need to manage your money.[1]

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University Pride

Show your school pride with a customized debit card. Your PNC Simple Checking account debit card can feature your school's logo and colors. You may also link your University ID to your PNC account – we have options designed for you.

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My Finance Academy

With financial tips and resources, My Finance Academy provides financial education and information to help you make good decisions and manage your money while on campus, and beyond.

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A Checking Account Made for Student Life

PNC Simple Checking's digital banking tools help keep your account accessible and hassle-free.

PNC Simple Checking Benefits

Open a new PNC Simple Checking account and get certain benefits, including:

  • $0 to open online
  • No overdraft fees
  • Avoid the monthly service charge if you are under 25 or have any qualifying direct deposit[2,3]
  • Cardless access exclusively at PNC ATMs[4]
  • Set alerts to monitor and stay on top of your account[5]

Are you under 25? Enjoy PNC Simple Checking and apply for a Standard Savings account with no monthly service charge.[2]

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Features and Fees

Additional product offerings may be available. Locate a branch.

PNC Simple Checking has guardrails to help prevent overspending

If your balance isn’t enough, we simply decline the charge and won’t charge you an overdraft fee

There are situations where your account may still become overdrawn. For example, gas stations often pre-authorize a set amount before they know the total, which might be less than what you actually spend. If you spend more than what's available in your account, because the transaction is already authorized, your account will become overdrawn. You still won't be charged a fee in these cases.

Visit Us

Stop in today at a location on or near campus
- we're here when you need us.

ATMs

On or near campus ATMs offer convenient access to your money and banking solutions.

  • Chicago
    • Student Center West
  • Springfield
    • Student Union
  • Urbana
    • Illini Union
    • Illini Union Bookstore
    • Florida Avenue Residence Hall
    • Grainger Engineering Library
    • Ikenberry Commons

Branches

Stop in or set an appointment
for service, resources or support.

  • Chicago
    • Student Center East; 750 S. Halsted St., 2nd Floor Chicago, IL 60607
      Ph: 312-660-0068
  • Springfield
    • 3019 Chatham Road Springfield, IL 62704
      Ph: 217-535-6600
  • Urbana
    • Illini Union Bookstore; 809 S. Wright St. Champaign, IL 61820
      Ph: 217-974-7401

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Card Details

Show Your School Pride with a PNC Bank Visa® Affinity Debit Card

Customize your wallet and order a PNC Bank Visa® Affinity Debit card designed just for your school.

If you're an existing PNC debit cardholder, sign on to Online Banking to upgrade to an affinity card. To request a card, follow the instructions below:

  1. Select Cards.
  2. Find the debit card you'd like to customize in the list.
  3. Next to the card, select Card Actions, then Change Debit Card Design.
  4. Select your new design from the list.
  5. Select Confirm, then verify your information to request the new card.
University of Illinois System Debit Card

Options to Request a Card

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Call Us

Call 1-888-PNCBANK

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University ID Card Linking

You may also link your University ID to your PNC accounts. Visit your nearest PNC location to learn more.

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Tools & Resources

Tools and resources using the latest technology
that can help make your banking faster and easier.

Zelle®

Use the PNC Mobile App[6] together with Zelle to quickly send and receive money from people you know and trust with just an email address or U.S. mobile phone number.[7]

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Digital Banking

Keep track of your money with our Online and Mobile Banking tools. Virtual Wallet Student is available through our app or on the web from your desktop, tablet or phone.

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Security & Privacy

We relentlessly protect your personal information and adhere to strict privacy standards.

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Related Resources

Whether you're an international student, about to graduate,
just graduated - or you're staff or faculty - we can help.

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A new school. A new culture. A new way of life. When it comes to banking, where do you begin? PNC has the resources to help you get started.

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Career Opportunities for Students & Graduates

We offer summer internships and early career development programs in an effort to grow talent into tomorrow’s workforce.

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Faculty & Staff Benefits

Get money management tools, benefits & more with PNC WorkPlace Banking®. Our unique bank-at-work program helps make your financial life easy.

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Ready to Get Started or Have Questions?

We're here to help.

Let’s Meet

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time to meet with us.

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stop by to see us.

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Customer Service

Get information about our products, services and FAQs - or give us a call.

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