A must-have for all Mustangs.
Cal Poly Debit Rewards Card
A must-have for all Mustangs.
Welcome back!
You’re invited to attend our FREE Basic Needs Financial Wellness Workshop:
Learn Your Financial ABCs
Tuesday, October 22 | 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Uuniversity Union 219
Come learn about different types of accounts, make a budget, build credit and more. No matter where you are on your journey to financial independence, this workshop is for you.
Dinner will be served! Registration is preferred but not required. Priority will be given to those registered as space is limited.
In collaboration with Campus Health and Wellbeing, and the Life Skills Program of Guardian Scholars.
Introducing the all new SESLOC
Cal Poly Visa Debit Rewards Card
for HomeFREE CheckingTM.
Packed with killer benefits like reward points on purchases, it comes with everything you need to bank on and off campus.
SESLOC has everything you need for banking on and off campus.
Be HomeFREE
Living on a budget and saving for college expenses just got easier. Our HomeFREE Checking™ account has no minimum balance requirement and no monthly fee… ever.
Get Rewarded
Earn SESLOC Rewards points with SESLOC debit card purchases, redeemable for cash back, electronics, and all of your dorm or apartment essentials.
(Must be 18+ to earn points)
Take it to Go
Deposit checks and manage your account on the go via our mobile app. It even syncs with your Apple Watch. Need to visit the branch from time to time? Come see us at our branch in the UU.
Tap to Pay
Load your SESLOC debit card in Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay to make contactless payments at the register or for online orders. (Yes, it works with Uber Eats!) It’s a faster, safer way to pay.
Get Cash Fast
Withdraw as little as $5 cash from our campus ATM. With a SESLOC debit card, you have more surcharge free access to your account at 50 local and 30,000 more ATMs nationwide. That’s more access than most banks. Use our handy ATM finder.
Bank Local
Ever heard of “shop local?” Rather than fund the interests of large corporations, when you join SESLOC, you put your money where your campus is. We’re owned by our members and not-for-profit.
Open a HomeFREE Checking Account Now.
Open an account online in just minutes. Or, stop by our Cal Poly branch, located in the UU beside Starbucks.
Must be 18+ to open an account online.
Boost Your Financial IQ
Prepare for life after college with our helpful budgeting and saving tips:
Not a Student at Cal Poly?
Whether you are attending a college locally or out of state, you can take advantage of our options for students, like free checking accounts. SESLOC Membership is open to anyone who lives (or has residence in), works or attends school in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura, Monterey, Santa Cruz, Tulare, Kern, Fresno, and Kings counties.
1. Local Rewards bonus points are earned on purchases made at participating Local Businesses only. Participating Local Businesses (“merchants”) are subject to change at any time without notice. Participation in Local Rewards does not constitute an endorsement on the part of either the merchant or SESLOC Credit Union. Purchases made at participating merchants processed through third-party services (e.g. DoorDash, Grub Hub, Uber Eats etc.) may not qualify for bonus points under Local Rewards. Local Rewards is part of the SESLOC Rewards program; see seslocrewards.org for complete terms, conditions, restrictions and eligibility that apply. For any questions regarding Local Rewards, contact SESLOC Credit Union.
But wait. There’s more!
With Local Rewards,1 you’ll earn 1.5x in bonus points at merchants near campus and in the heart of San Luis Obispo.
Participating businesses near you include:
- Black Horse Coffee
- Cowboy Cookies
- Shalimar Restaurant
- Pizza Republic
- Moondoggies Beach Club
- Old SLO BBQ
Powering Student Clubs and Businesses
SESLOC is committed to advancing Cal Poly in its mission. We provide deposit accounts for more than 400 Registered Student Organizations through ASI Club Services, ensuring they have quick, convenient access to funds for their activities. Plus, we take an active role in supporting student-run businesses, such as Mustang Media Group. Stay tuned for internship, mentorship, brand ambassador and other job opportunities. Contact us now, and we will notify you as opportunities arise.
Contactless SESLOC Visa Cards
We now offer contactless Visa debit and credit cards, which are secure, convenient and touchfree. A simple tap on the payment terminal is all it takes to pay for the things you need at thousands of merchants nationwide-just look for the “contactless” symbol.
Get Started Today
Establish your Credit Union membership with a $5 deposit to a Primary Share Savings account and one-time $5 membership fee. Then, you’re eligible for other Credit Union benefits.
Must be 18+ to open an account online.
More Tips for Students
From the News+ Blog
Splurge or Save: Dorm Room Edition
That first move into a college dorm room is exciting, but preparing for it can be overwhelming. You’ve got a long shopping list, limited space, and a limited budget — what items are really worth the cost and what items should you try to save money on?
Why Should College Students Join a Credit Union?
College is an exciting chapter for many people, opening doors to new experiences, newfound freedom, and independence. But it can also be a financially difficult and dangerous time — the financial mistakes people make as students can haunt them for years to come. That’s why students should look to their local credit union.
Are There Any Assets Not Counted for Financial Aid Purposes?
Yes, assuming you are talking about federal financial aid. Under the federal government’s financial aid formula, four main types of assets are excluded from consideration when determining your child’s financial need:
Savings are insured to at least $250,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government. National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. government agency.
