Extra Awards
Golden Rewards: Points Plus - FAQ
What's Changing?
We’re excited to introduce Golden Rewards: Points Plus, our enhanced Visa rewards program launching on February 24, 2025! Here’s what’s new:
- Seamless Log In: Enjoy Single Sign-On (SSO) access—simply log in to your online or mobile banking and manage your points with ease.
- More Ways to Redeem: We have expanded your redemption options, including:
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- Pay with points in person at participating merchants (opt-in required);
- Use points at the gas pump (available at select locations);
- Redeem for premium Visa gift cards; and,
- …much more!
What Will Happen to My Extra Awards Points?
- All unredeemed Extra Awards points will automatically transfer to Golden Rewards: Points Plus—no action is needed on your part.
- Your points will not be immediately available on February 24, 2025, but rest assured, they’ll be accessible within the following weeks.
Is it time to hit the beach or do some serious shopping? USU Credit Union can help with our rewards program. Purchases made with your USU Credit Union Visa Rewards credit and debit cards translate to earning points for travel, merchant gift cards or cash back.
Extra Awards gives you the freedom to choose from a large variety of travel-related services, including airlines, hotels, and car rentals. Or maybe you’re looking for merchandise. You can choose from online shopping merchants or brick-and-mortar retailers. Perhaps you’re just looking for a cash back option? We have that too.
There is no annual fee, no balance transfer fee, and no minimum purchase amount with the Goldenwest Visa Rewards Credit Card. You can apply online, over the phone or at a branch.
USU Credit Union Visa credit cards feature contactless technology for a fast, easy, and secure checkout.
Redemption Options
- Travel - access to most major airlines without restrictions.
- Gift cards at a variety of popular merchants.
- Cash for points.
- Travel rebate – receive an account credit to use for travel.
- Hotel & car rental.
- Goldpass, FlexPass, All Access.
How to Redeem Your Extra Awards Points
Go to the Extra Awards site or contact the Awards Redemption Center at 855-854-5493. Your point balance will be verified, and your travel itinerary will be arranged, your gift cards will be mailed to you or your cash back reward will be deposited into your USU Credit Union account.
Earning Points
Earn one point for every dollar spent with your USU Credit Union Visa Rewards Credit Card. During certain times of the year we run special offers to earn double or triple points on purchases. Check back here often for the latest rewards promotions.
Earn one point for every four dollars spent on a signature transaction with your USU Credit Union Visa Rewards Debit Card.
