BANKS

Since you have decided that you are going to study in US, it is a good idea to open a US bank account! When going to get your bank account, make sure to bring your passport, Penn ID, I-20, and acceptance letter with you.

Also note that banks and phone providers will attend the Campus Express fair during ISO and NSO.

Here are some banks that are located near campus:

Bank of America, 3925 Walnut Street

Wells Fargo Bank, 3431 Chestnut Street

TD Bank, 3735 Walnut Street

PNC Bank, 3535 Market Street or 200 South 40th Street

Citizens Bank, 134 South 34th Street

UPenn SFCU, 3401 Walnut Street

PHONES

Since you have decided that you are going to study in US, it is a good idea to get a US phone number! When going to get a phone number, make sure to bring your passport, Penn ID, I-20, and acceptance letter with you.

Here are some phone service providers near campus:

AT&T, 3741 Walnut Street

T-Mobile, 3441 Chestnut Street

Verizon, 3631 Walnut Street

Note that without a social security number, you may need to provide a deposit in order to get a phone plan. You can also choose a pre-paid plan.

Alternatively, ConnectED Mobile is a phone service provider designed for international students. Sign up online (no SSN required) and receive a SIM card in the mail, at your dorm or abroad before arriving in the US.