Harvard University accepts credit cards as payment from external parties for certain goods, services, or gifts. Harvard mandates that all credit card-accepting local units, called “merchants,” do the following: Submit a request through the central Cash...
Harvard security policies on working with credit cards can be found on the Harvard Information Security website. Also, make sure to review the Payment Card Industry (PCI) data security standards to which all credit card transactions must comply. Credit...
The Harvard credit card merchant agreement represents the terms and conditions for Harvard University departments obtaining a credit card merchant account.
Credit card processing is a complex process that requires careful attention to ensure that local processes are compliant with Harvard policy and Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards. This handbook will help guide the process.
Deadline: June 30, 2026 If your department accepts credit card payments, you must complete annual PCI Compliance Certification. This requirement helps ensure that cardholder data is handled safely and securely. If certification is not completed by June 30...
Visa and MasterCard issue their interchange rates twice a year. Bank of America distributes these rates and highlights any changes. To learn more about interchange fees and card mix analysis please contact pci_compliance@harvard.edu
Use of the ATM card to make deposit at the ATM machine Business Deposit Card (ATM) Procedures Benefits from Business Deposit Card Deposits can be made anytime 24/7 Avoid/eliminate wait times at bank in teller lines Reduces the risk of lost deposits by...