HR Update

Did you know that you can get your pay more quickly and safely by signing up for direct deposit? 

Why Use Direct Deposit?

• It’s fast. If you use direct deposit, you get your money right away. Mail takes three to five days to get to your house, but direct deposit is in your account on payday. 
• It may be even faster! Your bank, credit unions, or money transfer apps may give you access to your direct deposit a day or two before payday. Early direct deposit may not be available on every account, so check with your bank, credit union, or electronic payment platform. 
• It’s safer. Your paycheck can get lost or stolen before it gets to you, but direct deposit always gets to your account because it’s an electronic payment. 
• It’s easier. You don’t have to go to the bank, credit union, or store to get your money. You can pick which accounts it goes to, and it’s there when you need to pay your bills.
• It only takes a few minutes to set up. Get all of your information together and you can sign up quickly.

How to Get Direct Deposit

• Get your University Internet ID and Password. You will need to log in to make the change. 
• Get your bank or credit union account information. You will need the routing number which has 9 numbers. One place to look is at the bottom of your check. 
• Go to umn.edu and look on the top right side of the page. 
  • Click on MyU
  • Click My Pay in the menu on the left
  • Under Pay, click on Direct Deposit Set Up
  • Click Add Account
  • Enter routing and account number and choose account type
  • For Deposit Type choose Balance of net pay
  • For Deposit Order type 999
  • Click on Submit
• Look for your money on payday in your bank account online. Or, go to MyU and look at your pay statement. It will say the name of your bank and “ACH” or “EFT” which means the money was sent electronically. 
• Use an electronic payment app or digital wallet? Go to the site to learn how to set it up and how quickly you can use your money. 

Need Help?

Feel free to reach out to the University about your check at payroll@umn.edu or call 612-624-8647 or 800- 756-2363 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.