Direct Deposit Requirement
Berea College requires all student scholarship disbursements to be made via direct deposit. Direct deposit can be set up with a bank account regardless of its location. Many local banks offer free checking accounts to students, along with debit cards and free ATM access. A student who does not have a bank account may consider a prepaid card as an alternative; the Work College Program's can help a student evaluate options and choose one that fits their needs.
The Work College Program Office can answer questions about direct deposit or assist a student in setting it up with their bank. When setting up direct deposit, a student will be asked to provide a voided check or a bank statement that clearly shows their account information. Handwritten account numbers are not accepted.