About Us

University Credit Union is a not-for-profit, federally insured credit union, headquartered in Los Angeles, serving more than 35,000 members of the university community. UCU is driven by a core ideology which is built on strong purpose and values. UCU serves those involved in higher education with passion, innovation, and empathy. Our organization’s guiding mission is to support our members’ financial aspirations by providing affordable products and services with outstanding member service.

UCU’s legacy, started by UCLA professors and employees back in 1951, continues today by bringing the best of breed technology, products and services, and educational resources to our valued members. Membership is open to anyone who works for: 

  • The University of California System
  • The University of California, Los Angeles
  • Loyola Marymount University
  • Loyola Law School
  • Mount St. Mary’s University
  • Otis School of Art and Design,
  • Pepperdine University
  • UCLA Ronald Reagan Hospital
  • Santa Monica Hospital
  • Olive View Hospital
  • Getty Museum
  • Hammer Museum
  • ASUCLA
  • Faculty Center
  • Faculty Practice Group
  • UCLA Extension
  • West Los Angeles VA Medical Center
  • and many other university-related organizations

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