Open your CARDINAL CA$H Account today! Simply print, complete and sign the Cardinal Cash Application (PDF) and return to Ball State University, Office of Bursar and Loan Administration, Lucina Room B31, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, 47306-0725 along with an initial deposit of at least $25.
CARDINAL CA$H acts like a pre-paid debit card and is accepted at various locations on campus:
- All Ball State Dining Locations
- Ball State Bookstore in AJ Building
- Computer Showcase Center
- Health Center
- Laundry facilities in selected locations
- Emens Auditorium
Other advantages of CARDINAL CA$H are:
- Convenience: Use your BSU ID to access your CARDINAL CA$H account. Each time you use your account, the remaining balance will be noted.
- Flexibility: Your CARDINAL CA$H account allows you to make a wide variety of necessary or unplanned last-minute purchases on Ball State's campus.
- Security: Your CARDINAL CA$H account is safer than CA$H. If you lose your ID, report it to the Bursar's Office or University Dining, then no one can misuse your account.
Common Questions About CARDINAL CA$H:
Is there a charge to use the CARDINAL CA$H account? The CARDINAL CA$H account is free, with no finance or user fees.
Who is eligible? Ball State University students, faculty, and staff who have a BSU ID are eligible to apply for a CARDINAL CA$H account.
Can I take cash out? You can make only deposits to your CARDINAL CA$H account. Ordinarily, requests for refunds may be made at the end of each term.
Do I earn interest? Your CARDINAL CA$H account does not earn any interest.
How can I keep track of my transactions? Each time you use your account, the remaining balance will be noted. A statement of your CARDINAL CA$H activity is also available upon request through the Bursar's Office.
How do I close my CARDINAL CA$H account? A CARDINAL CA$H account can only be closed at the end of a semester. To close the account and request a refund, you may submit a Request To Close Cardinal Cash Account (PDF). Refunds will first be applied to other amounts owed the university and a check for the balance will be mailed within ten (10) business days of when the account is closed. No cash or partial refunds will be made. A processing fee of the lesser of $10 or the account balance will be assessed for refunds.
How do I make additional deposits to my CARDINAL CA$H account? To ensure future deposits are applied to your CARDINAL CA$H account, please include your BSU ID# and a note with specific instructions to apply the payment to the CARDINAL CA$H account. CARDINAL CA$H deposits may be made in person at the Bursar's Office or you may mail a check or money order (credit card payments are not accepted) to Ball State University, Office of Bursar and Loan Administration, Lucina Room B31, Muncie, IN 47306-0725. CARDINAL CA$H deposits cannot be included with your tuition payments or paid online.