Bank of America student bank account
Yes — Bank of America waives the $4.95 monthly fee on Advantage SafeBalance for enrolled students under 25.
Advantage SafeBalance: $4.95 monthly fee waived for enrolled students under 25
- How much
- $4.95/mo fee waived while enrolled & under 25
- How to claim
- Open Advantage SafeBalance online or in-branch
- select the student status so the age-based fee waiver applies
- Verification
- Student verification — Fee waiver is age-based (under 25) with student enrollment; BofA verifies age/enrollment status. No .edu email requirement.
- Freshness
- Verified Jul 8, 2026
- Where
- United States
- Expires
- No end date listed — ongoing
Bank of America reserves this deal for verified students. Verifying with your school email is free and takes a moment — browsing everything else stays open.
The details
Bank of America Advantage SafeBalance Banking has a $4.95 monthly maintenance fee that is waived each statement cycle for account owners under age 25 who are enrolled in high school, college, university, or a vocational program (also waivable via $500 min daily balance or Preferred Rewards). $25 to open, no overdraft/NSF fees.
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