<p>The Bank of America is the only national bank, and so many students find it useful for that reason. They can use the same ATMs near campus as they can at home, their parents can go to BofA banks in their towns and deposit money into their children’s accounts, of you’re visitng friends you can still deposit checks/use ATMs. That’s why I joined it. </p>
<p>There are however several regional banks with branches in Northampton as well, so if you live in the New England area or you want a local bank/credit union, you have those options too. When you arrive for Central Check in there will be several banks there with booths where you can ask questions.</p>