Helping Kids and Students Build Strong Money Habits

Banking solutions for every age and stage

0 to 17 years old

Kids Savings

Higher than average interest-earning account that helps kids build smart saving habits. Perfect for weekly allowance, birthday gifts and early goal setting.

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$0

Monthly fee

$25

Minimum to open

Accrued interest to help grow their money

  • Parent or guardian joint-owned account
  • Complimentary Kids Savings stackable money bank and passbook at new account opening

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Teens aged 13-17 years old

SmarTEEN Checking

Build strong money habits early with real-world banking—complete with parental guidance and smart spending controls.

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$0

Monthly fee

$25

Minimum to open

  • Debit Card with limits
  • Teens on the go can bank easily with our Mobile App, Digital Wallet, and Zelle® (with limits)
  • Co-owned with parent or guardian

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Students 17-24 years enrolled in school

College Banking

Bank Simply Checking account with extra perks for students enrolled in college, vocational, technical or trade school near and far.

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$0

Monthly fee

$25

Minimum to open an Account

$125 new account bonus* after completing 10 debit transactions within first 60 days

  • $10 monthly non-Bank of Hope ATM fee credit**
  • Access to 75,000+ ATMs nationwide***

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All online applications must be fully completed within thirty (30) days from the date the application is initiated. Failure to provide all required information within this timeframe may result in the application being automatically canceled without further notice. Once an account is opened, it must be funded within ten (10) calendar days from the account opening date. These requirements apply to all online products.
Account terms, including fees and features, are subject to change without prior notice, except as required by law. Other fees and charges may apply. Deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) up to the maximum amount allowed by law.
*Debit card purchases can be made with a physical or digital card. Limit one cash bonus per customer. The cash bonus will be credited to your checking account within 30 days after the 60-day qualification period. Eligible account must remain open and in good standing from the account opening date of your eligible account until the Bonus is paid.
**A refund credit of up to $10 for non-Bank of Hope ATM fees charged to your account per statement cycle will be applied automatically. Unused credit does not carry over to the next statement period. When the student reaches 25 years old, this benefit will be automatically removed from the account.
***ATM access through Bank of Hope, Allpoint®, and MoneyPass® networks is provided at no charge. Fees may apply for transactions conducted through other ATM networks and may vary depending on the network provider.

Saving for Something Special?

An Installment Savings account helps you reach your goal with fixed monthly deposits, guaranteed interest, and a lump-sum payout at maturity to easily pay for something special.

Checking Accounts Come With A
 VISA® Debit Card

Safe and Simple Digital Banking* at Your Fingertips
*Must be at least 13 years old

Open an Account Online in 3 Easy Steps

To open an account, you must be a U.S. citizen or a legal resident.

1
Apply Online

Complete our quick online application, and we’ll ask for some personal details as required by law to verify your identity and protect against fraud.

2
Sign Agreements

Next, you’ll review and sign the agreements—just the legal stuff that makes your new account official.

3
Make a Deposit

Then, transfer money into your new account and enroll in online banking.

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