NextCard has announced that they will be the exclusive marketer of credit cards on USATODAY.com, the leading general interest news site on the Internet.  They will also become a sponsor of Marketplace, USATODAY.com’s e-commerce section.

The NextCard Internet VISA offers USATODAY.com’s customers superior service with the added convenience of online shopping.  Over 1.5 million people have applied for the NextCard Internet VISA to-date, attracted by these innovative features:

--My VISA:  Customized upgrades and personalized   PictureCard designs.

--NextCard Rewards:  Up to double rewards for free   travel on any airline, books, music and more - with no annual fee.

--Go Shopping!:  Internet shopping services and a 100% safe online shopping guarantee.

--Customer Community:  Complete online account service;   sweepstakes; special offers; viewing and sorting of   statements online; and 24-hour Internet-savvy telephone support.

You can apply for the NextCard through the Web sites www.nextcard.com or www.usatoday.com.