Yes, you will need to become a Baton Rouge Telco member to open any of our checking accounts. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, or attends school in one of the following Louisiana parishes:
Parents, children, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, stepparents, or stepchildren of Baton Rouge Telco members are also eligible to join.
Opening an account is easy! If you qualify for membership, you can apply in person or online by submitting a short application.
Baton Rouge Telco offers students the flexible banking solutions they need while they are completing their education. Our members are our top priority, and students can come to us anytime for support. We also offer free financial counseling with certified local experts who offer guidance to help you achieve your goals.
In addition to keeping enough funds in your account to cover your monthly expenses, it's also a good idea to keep some extra to serve as an emergency fund. This can be helpful if your car breaks down, you need to replace a laptop or smartphone, you have to travel, and for other unexpected costs.
Yes, you do need to be a Baton Rouge Telco member to open a Student Checking Account. You also must have a parent or legal guardian who is a member on the account. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, or attends school in one of the following parishes: Ascension, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, Saint Helena, Tangipahoa, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana. The parents, children, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, step-parents, and stepchildren of Baton Rouge Telco members are also eligible for membership.
Credit union student checking accounts are designed to meet the unique needs of students. They are available for members who are 13-24 years old and don’t have a monthly fee or minimum balance requirement. Spending limits, card controls, and alerts can be used to help you manage your finances.
Before you begin the balance transfer process, let's get a BR Telco Visa credit card opened for you. We offer two great credit cards to fit your lifestyle. Our credit cards feature no annual fees, no balance transfer fees, and practically unbeatable rates. You can begin your online application here.
Complete this short form and we’ll have one of our experts contact you to discuss options.