There are several banking options located near or at UCI. Below is some information to help you manage your money during your stay in the U.S. Most banks in the U.S. will have the option to transfer funds from your home country to the U.S.
Overview
It is common to use credit cards and checks in the U.S. If you plan to open a U.S. bank account once you arrive, it is best to open an account with a bank or credit union so that you are able to access cash if needed.
Most banks are open Monday-Friday, and some banks open for a short period on Saturdays. Most accounts that are opened with a U.S. bank account come with an ATM “Automatic Teller Machine” card so that you are able to visit an ATM machine and access cash in your account. We do not recommend carrying large amounts of cash with you for your safety.
There are two main types of bank accounts: checking accounts, which allows for easy access to cash and the ability to write checks, and savings accounts, which offer a place to keep money and earn interest.
Local Branches
The table displays the banking location nearest to UCI, all of the branches below have multiple locations in the U.S.
| Name of Bank | Address | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of America | 2600 San Miguel Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | https://www.bankofamerica.com/ |
| Chase Bank | 4249 Campus Drive, Irvine CA 92612 | https://www.chase.com/ |
| Citibank | 1100 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | https://online.citi.com/US/login.do |
| Schools First Federal Credit Union | UCI Student Center, A311 Student Center, Irvine, CA 92697 | http://www.schoolsfirstfcu.org/ |
| Wells Fargo | 18044 Culver Dr, Irvine, CA 92612 | https://www.wellsfargo.com/ |
| U.S. Bank | 4100 Newport Place Drive, Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | http://www.usbank.com/index.html |
The following branches have an Automatic Teller Machine (ATM) on the UCI campus for more convenient banking: Bank of America, Chase Bank, Schools First Federal Credit Union, and Wells Fargo.
Wire Transfers
If you need to have money sent to UCI for payment of tuition/fees from an overseas bank account, you may access information on the UCI Financial Services site, and review ‘International Payments’.