Personal Checking

Compare our accounts side by side and see which one fits best.
MyNorthwest Checking | MyNorthwest Interest Checking | MyNorthwest Student Checking |
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The access and convenience you need to get back to living. | Want to earn interest on your money, but with the convenience of checking? | Connect on campus with this account designed for students under 25. |
To apply, contact your local office | ||
$50 minimum opening balance | $50 minimum opening balance | $50 minimum opening balance |
No minimum balance required | $1,000 minimum average daily balance to avoid a $10 monthly service charge | No minimum balance required |
Free electronic or paper statements. MoreLog into Online Banking and click the “Statements” tab to enroll in eStatements. | Free electronic or paper statements. MoreLog into Online Banking and click the “Statements” tab to enroll in eStatements. | Free electronic or paper statements. MoreLog into Online Banking and click the “Statements” tab to enroll in eStatements. |
Non interest bearing | Interest bearing | Non interest bearing |
UNLIMITED check and debit card transactions | UNLIMITED check and debit card transactions | UNLIMITED check and debit card transactions |
Courtesy Overdraft Service Available MoreStandard Overdraft Coverage (Checks and other transactions made using your checking account number & automatic bill payments (ACH) including online bill payment services) Coverage for everyday debit card transactions (Reg E/POS) is available as an optional service. Additional fees may apply. See Personal Additional Account Fee Schedule below. | Courtesy Overdraft Service Standard Overdraft Coverage (Checks and other transactions made using your checking account number & automatic bill payments (ACH) including online bill payment services) Coverage for everyday debit card transactions (Reg E/POS) is available as an optional service. Additional fees may apply. See Personal Additional Account Fee Schedule below. | Courtesy Overdraft Service Courtesy Overdraft Service is not available with this product |
FREE WITH ALL THREE ACCOUNTS
Optional Services
fees may apply
Overdraft Protection
Link your checking account to another Northwest account — like a savings account or line of credit — to protect you from declined purchases and unnecessary penalties and fees.

Easy Check Orders
Click here to order new checks. You can also order through Online Banking, your local office or by calling 1-877-672-5678.

Courtesy Overdraft Service - Full Overdraft Coverage
Checks and other transactions made using your checking account number, automatic bill payments (ACH) including online bill payment services AND everyday debit card transactions
*Mobile data or text charges may apply. ** Includes ATMs accessed through Northwest’s membership in the Allpoint ATM Network. For more information, visit allpointnetwork.com.