Yes, if you want to use your student ID for PIN debit purchases and ATM withdrawals, you’ll need an associated U.S. Bank checking account. U.S. Bank offers a Student Checking account with no monthly maintenance fees but any U.S. Bank checking account will work.

You can open your account with a banker on campus during certain times of the year (e.g., orientation, back to school, etc.) or at any U.S. Bank branch. You can also apply online.

That’s easy – just speak to a banker at any U.S. Bank branch. Provide the 16- or 17-digit number that appears on your card and the banker will link it to your U.S. Bank checking account.

You should report your card as lost or stolen as soon as possible. You’ll need to contact both your college or university card office and U.S. Bank. You can contact the bank in person at a U.S. Bank branch or on the phone at 800-872-2657.

To get a replacement card, visit your college or university card office. Some card offices may charge a replacement fee for lost or stolen cards. When you get a replacement card, visit a banker at any U.S. Bank branch to attach your new card to your U.S. Bank account.