I don't know if any other "University" cards are getting this good of a deal, but I received this via e-mail, and it doesn't appear targeted as to who can apply.
The gist of the offer is 25,000 Rewards points which can be redeemed for $250 Cash... which for a BOA card, and for only spending $250 on the card is pretty sweet deal... And even better for those Iowa Hawkeye fans!!!
The BT offer is not capped, so thats not hot at all...
You will click on either one of the credit cards, and the 25,000 point offer will appeer.
Here is what the e-mail said...
Apply for the Iowa Rewards credit card and receive 25,000 points! after qualifying transaction(s) §
Apply Today! and receive 25,000 points after qualifying transaction(s)
A VIP tour of Kinnick Stadium, the opportunity to travel with the Hawkeye football team to a bowl game, an Iowa game-used football jersey--you can earn these and other great rewards with the University of Iowa's new Iowa Rewards credit card. After your first qualifying transaction(s), you'll receive 25,000 points that you can redeem for $250 in cash, an airline ticket or one of many Iowa Rewards. Or, save up your points to sit in the radio broadcast booth during a game or get passes to see a game from a suite! This offer is only available for a limited time so apply now!
Earn 1 point for every $1 in net retail purchases towards travel, hotel accommodations, merchandise, cash and more§ 0% Introductory APR on balance transfers and cash advance checks for your first 12 billing cycles (subject to a 3% transaction fee, no less than $10) No Annual Fee+ Developed in partnership with Bank of America, the Iowa Rewards program allows cardholders to redeem points for exclusive UI-related experiences and memorabilia. Plus, you have the chance to earn air travel, gift certificates, and even cash rewards offered through Bank of America's WorldPoints® program.
With Iowa Rewards, you earn one point for every net retail dollar spent; there's no annual fee and no limit on the number of points you can earn. If you don't carry a UI credit card or have a non-rewards UI card, you can apply at 1-866-438-6262 (be sure to mention priority code FABHTN if you'd like the Tigerhawk card or FABHPD if you'd like to receive the card featuring the Old Capitol.)
Apply today to relive your UI experience through Iowa Rewards.
Thanks again for your continued support of the University of Iowa! On, Iowa and Go, Hawks!
§To qualify for this offer, your new account must be used to make any combination of purchase, cash advance or balance transfer transactions totaling at least $250 (exclusive of transaction fees, if any). Please allow 8-12 weeks for the 25,000 bonus points to be credited to your account after qualifying. $250 Cash and Round-trip airfare are available for redemption for 25,000 points. You may use your bonus points to redeem for the airline ticket or for any other available redemption. Offer sponsored by FIA Card Services, N.A.
Thanks for that clarification... when I was looking at the "fine" print I didn't see that $250 purchase requirement, but still easy to do.
fatcool said: Just 250 purchase. good deal.
§To qualify for this offer, your new account must be used to make any combination of purchase, cash advance or balance transfer transactions totaling at least $250 (exclusive of transaction fees, if any). Please allow 8-12 weeks for the 25,000 bonus points to be credited to your account after qualifying. $250 Cash and Round-trip airfare are available for redemption for 25,000 points. You may use your bonus points to redeem for the airline ticket or for any other available redemption. Offer sponsored by FIA Card Services, N.A.
Nutwood said: site looks a little funny, is that a secure c.c. appl. site ??
do a search at Fatwallet. You will see a lot of cc offers posted here link to that site.
JustStingy
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 11:08a
Where will these 25,000 Rewards points get posted and how do you redeem them for cash? Is it Bank of America who is going to send me a check or will it come from Iowa Rewards? How easy to deal with are these Iowa Rewards?
Anyone got this? The application you requested is currently unavailable.
Your business is important to us.
Please call us at one of the following numbers and we will be happy to process your request immediately: United States 1-800-551-0839 Canada 1-877-862-7759 Ireland 1-800-409-510 United Kingdom Credit Cards 0-800-028-2440 United Kingdom Loans 0-800-051-0313
Thank you for your interest.
wca53
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 11:45a
Thank You
Thank you for submitting a credit card application.
Your business is appreciated and careful consideration is being given to your request, but an instant decision cannot be provided at this time.
You will receive a written response within the next 30 days.
Bonus As a thank you, receive 10 complimentary magazine issues with automatic renewal features (after activating your credit card and making a transaction) - see details below*.
Not all applications are instantly accepted is what I think it is telling you...
wca53 said: Thank You
Thank you for submitting a credit card application.
Your business is appreciated and careful consideration is being given to your request, but an instant decision cannot be provided at this time.
You will receive a written response within the next 30 days.
Bonus As a thank you, receive 10 complimentary magazine issues with automatic renewal features (after activating your credit card and making a transaction) - see details below*.
Choose one of the following:
Thank you for your interest.
what's wrong?
xiaoqiang
New Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 11:57a
I am wondering do I need to be an alumni of University of Iowa to qualify this offer. Thanks for answer.
miken232
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:00p
no such requirement was mentioned in the application.
chaalu
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:04p
wsailor said: Anyone got this? The application you requested is currently unavailable.
Your business is important to us.
Please call us at one of the following numbers and we will be happy to process your request immediately: United States 1-800-551-0839 Canada 1-877-862-7759 Ireland 1-800-409-510 United Kingdom Credit Cards 0-800-028-2440 United Kingdom Loans 0-800-051-0313
Thank you for your interest.
I got the same response. Wonder why???
miken232
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:13p
Thanks OP! Got one. "Congratulations, your credit card application has been approved with a $8000 credit line! You will receive your credit card within 7 to 10 days and the Welcome Package within 10 - 14 days at the address you provided."
smiles14
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:15p
if they do not list a max BT fee, is it just 3% of BT amount?
asharerin
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:16p
Cheers OP the wifey and I instantly approved. Easy $500. Thought my 80 plus experian inquiries from AMEX promos would scare them off but as usual the credit card banks are too greedy for their own good.
sydnie
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:22p
chaalu said: wsailor said: Anyone got this? The application you requested is currently unavailable. . .
Thank you for your interest.
I got the same response. Wonder why???
I got that using Netscape, but then it worked in IE. Maybe coincidence (that it came back into operation at the instant I switched browers) but more likely brower/security level issues, I have Netscape security set "higher" than IE*
* Reasons of my own choosing which I'd rather not get into here, I hate IE as much as anybody so please let it go.
threeatms
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:25p
The first time I applied it gave me the same error and then transferred me to another page to apply - BUT - the bonus now was a fleece Iowa blanket (whippee!). Blankets are great and all but I would personally rather keep warm with $250 of cash )
So ... I went back to the original link, clicked this time on the Cap building, made sure I clicked the two buttons at the top that ask questions (which I didn't do or see when I clicked on the Hawk card) and everything went through fine. Still said I was pending but that is probably because I just did a little AOR myself and have a ton of inquiries out there.
Good luck and I hope I get that approval!
atlma1
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:26p
Same here: WHY?
The credit card application "link" you requested is currently unavailable.
Your business is important to us.
We will be happy to process your credit card request immediately
Please call 1-800-551-0839 Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. until midnight (Eastern time). TTY users, please call 1-866-247-3249 to apply by phone.
Funny, though...both were approved instantly, but she got 13.3k and I got a measly 8k. And she doesn't even work (stay-at-home mom). Guess they figure she has more time to spend the $$$!
orphanis
Senior Member - 1K
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 12:55p
green for you OP. can we apply only for 1 card or we can apply for both and receive 2x25k points?
Easy $500....got instant approval for me ($5000) and my wife ($8000)....Thanks OP !!
First time I got the "application unavailable" trying the card on the left...switched to the card on the right and got instant approval on both....maybe just random luck...wonder if I submitted 2 aps for me ???
PS: GO HAWKEYES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (or whatever they are)....
pnn23
Tired Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 1:08p
Wheeee.
Thanks OP! Instant approval of $5k. First time I got an application approved instantaneously
To qualify for this offer, your new account must be used to make any combination of purchase, cash advance or balance transfer transactions totaling at least $250 (exclusive of transaction fees, if any).
cool>>>
aryavat
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 1:34p
Instant approve for 8K ..then the page refreshed before I could print and sign up for the magazine offer. Hitting "back" - says sorry the application you requested is not available .... Same q though as someone asked above ...can we apply for both and get 2*250K pts?
Wildfire
Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 1:37p
Thanks OP. Both my wife and I got in for $5K each. Easy $500
MaddHatter
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 1:38p
Damn. This would be great for my AOR, but it's 25 days too early. Knowing this place we're going to cause the revocation of this offer by then.
To answer an earlier post, yes the BT fee is uncapped, so a straight 3%. In other words, don't BT with it.
chaalu
Senior Member
posted: Jul. 10, 2007 @ 1:40p
Got approved for the card on right. A bit OT, all you guys monitoring credit, what service do you use. Any cheap deals on those....
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