Ways to Set Up Direct Deposit
- Set up or make changes via PeopleSoft Employee Self Service. For newly hired employees
(faculty, staff and students), on the Employee Self Service page, click the Onboarding tile and complete the steps to First Day Tasks – Direct Deposits. For current employees, select the Payroll tile, then click the Direct Deposit tile. The pdf below, with step by step instructions, will walk you through the direct
deposit set-up process.
- Call us at 803-777-4227 or email payroll@mailbox.sc.edu with questions.
Columbia Employees
We will hold your check at the Payroll Office. You must be signed up for direct deposit
and appear in person to have it released to you.
Employees on Other Campuses
The human resources office on your campus will hold your check. You must appear in person and be signed up for direct deposit to receive your paycheck.
Common Questions About Direct Deposit
Your direct deposit transaction will typically go into effect with your upcoming paycheck as long as you enter the information in Employee Self Service at least seven days prior to payday. If the direct deposit information is not entered on time or is not validated by the bank, you will most likely receive a paper check on your first payroll and will need to pick up your check from the Payroll office or from your designated HR location if you are employed outside of Columbia.
Yes, our system will accept up to three bank or credit union accounts.
We recommend that any direct deposit changes are entered at least seven days prior to payday to be effective with the upcoming payroll. Changes are subject to validation by the bank to guarantee the direct deposit change will be successful.
Direct deposit is mandatory for all employees.