Spend & Save

Not all Alaskans are the same. That's why CU1 offers a variety of personal accounts tailored to your unique financial needs.

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- Spending
  
  Choose the checking account that works best for your everyday spending.
- Credit
  
  Credit cards designed with our members in mind.
- Saving
  
  Create a brighter future with savings accounts with possibilities.
  - Regular Savings
  - Premium Savings
- Investing
  
  Watch your money grow with competitive interest rates.
Borrow

Get financing for anything from a big purchase to unexpected expenses or debt consolidation.

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- Auto
  
  Driving you toward a brighter future with an affordable vehicle loan.
  - Cars & Trucks
  - Refinance
- Recreational
  
  Find great rates on the purchase or refinance of your next recreation loan.
- Personal
  
  Personal loans that empower your budget and improve your credit rating.
- Home Loans
  
  You belong in the home of your dreams. We can make it happen.
Business

Let’s get down to business and find an account that works for you.

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- Business Services and Accounts
Services

Managing your money is easy with the right tools and support.

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- Digital Banking
  
  CU1 offers a variety of ways to access your accounts, withdraw money and talk with us.
- Financial Assistance
  
  CU1 is a member owned, not-for-profit credit union and we are committed to your financial well-being.
  - Skip-A-Pay
  - Overdraft Protection
- Forms & Disclosures
  
  Find the forms and disclosures you need to manage your accounts.
Discover

Find the answers you need to achieve your next financial goal.

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  Local and loyal to Alaska since 1952.
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Apply for a Scholarship

Apply for a Scholarship

Credit Union 1 is proud to help Alaskan students of all ages pursue higher education through the Bill Countryman Scholarship program.

Each year, Credit Union 1 is proud to offer the Bill Countryman Scholarship program to Alaskans who are pursuing higher education goals. Our 2025 application period is now open! This year, we'll be distributing a total of $35,000 in scholarships, and individual scholarships generally range between $500-$2,000. These funds will help recipients support their educational aspirations in a big way! In the words of our honored past board member Bill Countryman, "education and adventure are what keep you young." The deadline to apply for this opportunity is March 31, 2025.

Learn more about our scholarship program.

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