Savings Accounts
Savings Accounts
The best savings account is one that adds up to your best financial health.
Your savings goals are your own, and the way you choose to meet them is up to you. Benefit from the best of both worlds with a checking and savings account, and make saving money a regular habit.
Benefits:
- Have funds on hand for emergencies and unplanned expenses
- Peace of mind knowing your money is insured
- Earn interest on your savings and watch them grow
- Pay your bills on time with the convenience of online Bill Pay
- Bank on the go with free Mobile and Online Banking
- Access a network of 30,000 fee-free ATMs and 5,000 shared branch locations
Turn your savings into a powerful financial asset with our Smart Yield Savings account. Designed for members who meet select relationship criteria, this account rewards your loyalty with top-tier earnings and added peace of mind.
- Earn up to 3.80% APY*, tiered to reward higher balances
- Open with just $100 and pay no monthly maintenance fees
APY is accurate as of 8.7.2025
Rates as high as:
3.80%
The starter savings account for every USC Credit Union member, Regular Savings opens the door to a wealth of value-added products and services.
- $1 minimum deposit to open1
- Higher dividends on balances of $25 or more
APY is accurate as of 8.7.2025
Rates as high as:
0.05%
Keep your earnings high and your assets liquid with a USC Credit Union Money Market account.3
- Choose your initial minimum deposit: $2,500 or $10,000
- 6 withdrawals per month
APY is accurate as of 8.7.2025
Rates as high as:
2.25%
Similar to CDs, share certificates earn credit union shareholders a guaranteed return when you lock in for a specific term.
- $1,000 – $50,000 deposits
- 3-month to 5-year terms
APY is accurate as of 8.7.2025
Rates as high as:
3.50%
Which savings account is right for you?
![]() Smart Yield Savings | Regular Savings | Money Market | Value + Money Market | Share Certificates | |
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The right fit for… | A tiered dividend structure rewards stronger relationships with higher returns, while keeping your funds accessible. | First-time savers (and a must-have for membership) | Savers who want liquidity | Advanced savers | Serious investors who don’t need immediate liquidity |
Deposit & Balance Requirements | $100 minimum initial deposit | $1 min initial deposit. Monthly fee waived w/$100 combined daily balance in all accounts, under age 25, USCCU loan, or at least $25 monthly deposit. | $2,500 minimum initial deposit | $10,000 minimum initial deposit and daily balance | $1,000 – $50,000 deposits, three-month to five-year terms. No monthly service charge. |
Dividends/Interest | Dividends are earned daily, credited, and compounded monthly at the rate that corresponds to the account balance. | Paid quarterly | Tiered dividend structure rewards higher balances with higher yields | Higher dividends than a regular Money Market account | Our highest dividends |
Additional Details | To Qualify: Maintain a $2,500 monthly direct deposit and meet one of the following: $20,000+ in USCCU consumer loans $50,000+ USCCU mortgage $50,000+ in combined deposits Active Trojan Wealth Management account | None | None | None | Upon maturity, each Certificate is renewed for same term at prevailing rate, unless member has advised USCCU of alternate disposition within 10 calendar days after the Maturity Date to avoid being charged an early withdrawal penalty. |
Accessibility | Access funds via Online Banking, checks or ATM. | Access funds with ATM card. | Access funds via Online Banking, checks or ATM. | Access funds via Online Banking, checks or ATM. | None for length of term. Early withdrawal penalties apply. |
Learn More about Smart Yield Savings | Learn More about Regular Savings | Learn More about Money Market | Learn More about Value + Money Market | Learn More about Share Certificates |