Continuing in our mission to support students, schools, educators, and families in the St. Louis region, Vantage Credit Union is excited to announce our 10-year sponsorship agreement with Maryville University.
“We were excited to jump in as Maryville University’s exclusive financial partner,” said Mike Gatrell, Chief Growth & Revenue Officer at Vantage. “With Maryville’s focus on student success and our mission to strengthen communities by building financial wellness, it felt like a perfect match.”
“Students are navigating a lot. Money stress is real. We’re proud to be there with the services and guidance to help them feel more confident, not more overwhelmed. And we’re equally proud to partner with Maryville’s new leadership team and support them on their growth journey,” he added.
To promote financial education and access, Vantage will have an ongoing presence at McNally House, Maryville’s student wellness center. In addition to hosting four financial literacy workshops on campus each year, the credit union will collaborate on messaging for Smart Money Week.
“Maryville is committed to helping students thrive in the classroom and beyond. And financial confidence is part of that story,” commented Dr. Dan Shipp, President of Maryville University. “This partnership brings approachable, real-world resources directly to our community, while creating opportunities that extend to alumni and employees.”
To bring the partnership to life, Vantage will introduce co-branded Saints debit and credit cards offering perks for both students and alumni, an exclusive Maryville checking account, monthly giveaways, and a dedicated internship for Maryville students studying business, marketing, or IT. Vantage employees can take advantage of tuition discounts, while Vantage members and their dependents can apply for annual scholarships to Maryville University.
In 2026, the University will begin making extensive upgrades to the Maryville University Hockey Center in Chesterfield in their effort to elevate the Men’s Hockey program to NCAA Division I status. Commented Gatrell, “One of the most exciting elements of the partnership with Maryville is the opportunity for Vantage to be a part of bringing Division I hockey to St. Louis from the very beginning.” Maryville students, staff, alumni and Vantage employees and members can look forward to lots of pep rallies, swag giveaways, and plenty of chances to win Saints hockey tickets!
