| Category | Rate | Type | Cap |
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Choice Category (First Year Promotional Rate)
Earn 6% cash back in one eligible Choice Category (Gas & EV Charging Stations, Online Shopping/Cable/Internet/Phone Plans/Streaming, Dining, Travel, Drug Stores/Pharmacies, or Home Improvement/Furnishings) for the first 365 days from account opening, subject to a $2,500 combined quarterly spending cap across the 3% and 2% bonus categories; reverts to 3% after the first year. Category can be changed up to once per month.
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6x | Cash Back | $10,000/yr |
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Choice Category (Ongoing Rate After Year 1)
Earn 3% cash back in one eligible Choice Category after the first-year promotional period ends; category can be changed up to once per month; subject to a $2,500 combined quarterly spending cap across the 3% and 2% bonus categories.
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3x | Cash Back | $10,000/yr |
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Grocery Stores and Wholesale Clubs
Earn 2% cash back at grocery stores and wholesale clubs, subject to the $2,500 combined quarterly spending cap across the 3%/6% and 2% bonus categories; after the cap is reached, purchases earn 1% until the start of the next calendar quarter.
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2x | Cash Back | $10,000/yr |
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All Other Purchases
Earn unlimited 1% cash back on all purchases not covered by the 3%/6% or 2% bonus categories, and on all purchases once the $2,500 quarterly combined spending cap is reached.
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1x | Cash Back | No cap |
| Benefit | Category | Value / Coverage |
|---|---|---|
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0% Intro APR on Balance Transfers
0% introductory APR on balance transfers made within the first 60 days of account opening for 15 billing cycles; balance transfer fee applies; the variable ongoing APR applies after the introductory period ends.
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Financial | 0% for 15 billing cycles |
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0% Intro APR on Purchases
0% introductory APR on purchases for 15 billing cycles from account opening; the variable ongoing APR applies after the introductory period ends.
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Financial | 0% for 15 billing cycles |
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No Annual Fee
No annual fee charged for primary cardmembers or authorized users, keeping the total cost of card ownership at $0.
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Financial |
$0 annual fee
Up to $0
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Overdraft Protection
Optional overdraft protection service that links the credit card to an eligible Bank of America checking account to help prevent declined purchases, returned checks, or other overdrafts; transfer fees may apply.
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Financial | Complimentary (transfer fees may apply) |
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Account Alerts
Customizable email or text alerts to notify cardholders of payment due dates, payment confirmations, balance thresholds, and other account activity.
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Other | Complimentary |
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Bank of America Mobile Banking App
Full-featured mobile banking app for viewing balances, making payments, managing cash back rewards, setting alerts, and accessing account features from a mobile device.
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Other | Complimentary |
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Credit Bureau Reporting
Bank of America reports account activity to all three major credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion — monthly, actively supporting credit history building for students.
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Other | Complimentary |
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Free FICO® Score Access
Cardholders who opt in can access their FICO® Score updated monthly for free within the Bank of America Mobile Banking app or Online Banking.
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Other | Complimentary |
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Paperless Statements
Cardholders can opt for paperless electronic credit card statements to increase account security while reducing paper consumption.
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Other | Complimentary |
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1% Cash Back on All Other Purchases
Earn unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases not covered by the 3%/6% or 2% bonus categories, and on all purchases after the $2,500 quarterly combined spending cap is reached.
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Rewards | 1% cash back |
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2% Cash Back at Grocery Stores and Wholesale Clubs
Earn 2% cash back on purchases at grocery stores and wholesale clubs, subject to the $2,500 combined quarterly spending cap across the 3%/6% and 2% bonus categories.
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Rewards | 2% cash back |
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3% Cash Back in Choice Category (Ongoing)
After the first-year 6% promotional rate expires, earn 3% cash back in one eligible Choice Category — Gas & EV Charging Stations, Online Shopping/Cable/Internet/Phone Plans/Streaming, Dining, Travel, Drug Stores/Pharmacies, or Home Improvement/Furnishings. Category can be changed up to once per month.
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Rewards | 3% cash back |
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6% Cash Back in Choice Category (First Year)
Earn 6% cash back in one eligible Choice Category of your selection for the first 365 days from account opening, subject to the $2,500 quarterly combined spending cap across the 3% and 2% bonus categories.
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Rewards | 6% cash back (Year 1) |
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Cash Back Never Expires
Cash back rewards do not expire as long as the account remains open and in good standing.
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Rewards | No expiration |
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Flexible Cash Back Redemption
Redeem cash back as a statement credit, direct deposit to a Bank of America checking or savings account, contribution to an eligible Merrill investment account, or a check; minimum $25 for some redemption methods.
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Rewards | Multiple redemption options |
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Preferred Rewards Cash Back Bonus
Bank of America Preferred Rewards members earn an additional 25%–75% bonus on all cash back earned with the card, depending on their qualifying tier.
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Rewards | 25%–75% rewards bonus |
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Welcome Bonus
Earn a $200 online cash rewards bonus after making at least $1,000 in purchases within the first 90 days of account opening; available only to new accountholders opening through this specific online offer.
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Rewards |
$200 cash rewards bonus
Up to $200
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$0 Liability Guarantee for Fraud
Cardholders are not responsible for any unauthorized transactions reported promptly; Bank of America's $0 Liability Guarantee covers fraudulent charges made with the card.
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Security | $0 liability |
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Chip Technology
Card is equipped with EMV chip technology for enhanced security and protection when making purchases at chip-enabled terminals.
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Security | Complimentary |
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Contactless Payments
Card supports tap-to-pay contactless transactions at merchants with NFC-enabled terminals for faster and more secure checkout.
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Security | Complimentary |
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Fraud Monitoring and Alerts
Bank of America monitors the account for suspicious or unusual activity and alerts cardholders via text, email, or phone when potentially fraudulent transactions are detected.
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Security | Complimentary |
