Bank at Work for UC Berkeley
Our Bank at Work program for UC Berkeley employees gives you access to customized financial guidance, special offers and great perks on a variety of products and services.1
Special rates and discounts
UC Berkeley employees can enjoy special offers:
- Enhanced rates on selected term CD’s and Money Market Plus Savings2
- $25 statement credit when you open a new credit card and make a qualifying purchase3
To take advantage of these offers, please talk with a Bank of the West representative at 1-510-982-3201.
UC Berkeley Bank at Work checking account options
Find the checking account that best meets your needs and then give us a call at 1-510-982-3201 or visit us at a branch or an on-campus event.
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The Premier Relationship |
Any Deposit Checking |
Flexible Options to Waive Monthly Service Charge 1 |
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Yes |
No annual fee on Gold Line account4 |
Yes |
Yes |
Online and Mobile Banking with Bill Pay5 |
Yes |
Yes |
Debit Card5 |
Yes |
Yes |
Complimentary standard checks |
Yes |
Yes |
Safe deposit box with no annual fee6 |
Yes |
Yes |
No Bank of the West charge at non–Bank of the West ATMs |
Yes |
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No ATM withdrawal fees at all—rebates for withdrawal fees charged by non–Bank of the West ATMs for use of their ATMs7 |
Yes |
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Premier investment benefits8 |
Yes |
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BancWest Investment Services
UC Berkeley employees are eligible for the following investment benefits:
- Personalized investment guidance―Receive a complimentary financial checkup with a BancWest Investment Services9 Financial Advisor, and an opportunity to then continue receiving customized investment advising. Get a personalized asset allocation strategy, with as much or as little guidance as you need, and a portfolio aligned with your objectives.
- Low pricing on trades―Enroll in an online brokerage account and get 60 $0 commission trades during the first year and future self-directed trades for as low as $8.95,8 as well as online investing and banking. Trade stocks, mutual funds and options with the help of our comprehensive online research and a dedicated support team when you need it. Learn more about BancWest Investment Services
For any questions and requests to have us come to your workplace for a financial education seminar, please call your Bank of the West representative at 1-510-982-3201.
FAQs
What do I need to bring to verify that UC Berkeley is my employer?
Your employee Cal 1 Card will assist the banker in providing key information to open your account or enroll an existing Bank of the West account in the Bank at Work program.
What if I'm a UC Berkeley student and an employee of the university?
UC Berkeley students who are also employed by the university and meet the requirements for the Bank at Work program, including one direct deposit of at least $250 per statement cycle, may choose between the Bank at Work program and the UC Berkeley Student Checking Offer. The UC Berkeley Student Checking account cannot be combined with the Bank at Work program.
What if I'm already a Bank of the West customer?
Call the Bank of the West UC Berkeley hotline at 1-510-982-3201 Monday through Friday 9 am–5 pm to speak with a live person or visit any Bank of the West branch to learn more and make any account changes necessary to allow your existing account to enjoy the benefits of the Bank at Work program as a UC Berkeley employee.
Are family members of UC Berkeley employees eligible for Bank at Work?
Yes, so long as they are secondary owners/signers on your account. The primary owner of the account must be the UC Berkeley employee with a valid Cal 1 Card.
Does it matter which branch I visit?
No. Bank at Work accounts can be opened and transactions can be conducted at any Bank of the West branch.
NOT FDIC INSURED
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NOT BANK GUARANTEED
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MAY LOSE VALUE
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NOT A DEPOSIT
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NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
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