Accounts for ASU® alumni

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Become a member and get an extra $2001

Once a Sun Devil®, always a Sun Devil. As the official retail banking partner of ASU, we’re excited to reward you for your persistent pitchfork pride! Open an account with us today and get an extra $200 if you meet these requirements in the first 60 days:

  • Sign up for eStatements.
  • Establish a direct deposit of $500 or more (in a single deposit).
  • Complete a minimum of 10 Desert Financial account transactions.
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Why Desert Financial?

More than 450,000 members have made Desert Financial their trusted partner since 1939. Helping Arizonans is in our DNA, and we’re proud to guide graduates of ASU® toward their goals.

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No minimum balance, no monthly service fees and no hassles.
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