This guide will illustrate how to configure your direct deposit preferences within the Teachers College portal.

• Navigate to the myTC portal (my.tc.columbia.edu).
•  Click on the "Employee Resources" tab.
•  Navigate to the "Employee Self-Service" pane within the center column of your employee resources.
• Click "Employee Dashboard."
•  Select "Direct Deposit Information" within the "Pay Information" pane.

•  Select "Add New" within the "Proposed Pay Distribution" pane.

•  Select the "Create New" option.

•  Please specify the "Bank Routing Number" and the "Account Number" associated with your proposed direct deposit account. Please consult the informational image prompt for guidance on identifying the routing and account numbers associated with your proposed direct deposit account.
•  Upon entering valid routing and account numbers the "Bank Name" and "Priority" associated with your proposed direct deposit account will automatically populate with the information associated with your account. Please select the appropriate "Account Type" associated with your proposed direct deposit account.
•  Please select the option that reflects your intended direct deposit allocation preference. Please select "Use Percentage" and specify "100%" if you wish to have the entirety of your direct deposit allocated to the specified account.
•  Review your current submission and check the authorization box if you believe that your information is correct. By checking the authorization box you authorize the institution to initiate direct credits or debits on your behalf. Once this box is checked you can save your deposit information.
•  Click "Save New Deposit" to finalize your direct deposit allocation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

I want to allocate my direct deposits across multiple accounts. How do I add more than one direct deposit account?

Please follow the steps above to create an additional direct deposit account. Please select the appropriate "Amount" category to allocate your direct deposit across your specific accounts. The remaining account will have the lowest priority value.

How do I change the priority for a given account?

Changing priorities between accounts is not permitted.

How do I remove a specified direct deposit account?

Follow the steps outlined above to access the "Proposed Pay Distribution" section in your "Direct Deposit Allocation" screen. Select the account you need removed by checking the box to the left of your specified account and clicking "Delete" on the top-right of "Proposed Pay Distribution."

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Where can I find additional information regarding my direct deposit?

Please feel free to consult our payroll documentation here. Please send any questions or concerns to [email protected].

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