The internet remains divided over important topics, like whether or not: 1) hot dogs are a sandwich, and 2) Jack could have fit on the door in Titanic. But if there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that paying full price for something is simply…not it. In this economy? Please.
Which is, we’re happy to report, where your student ID (or in some cases, student email address) comes in. Turns out that this otherwise pretty useless piece of plastic—which doesn’t even work half the time you swipe it—is the key to big savings on everything from your next Apple computer to that pair of Adidas sneaks you’ve been eyeing. Like, you could be paying half price for Hulu (literally $1.99/month), that’s all we’re saying! On that note, check out the best student discount deals in fashion, technology, fitness, and food.
Before we get started, can we just get on the same page about a few things?
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1) Many of these deals require you to go through some sort of registration process—but worth it, right? Right.
2) Deals like these are constantly evolving, so don’t hate us if these change a bit over time! Cool? Cool.
3) Some of these discounts are specific to the type of student you are—but that means many of these aren’t just for college students. (Read that fine print, high schoolers!)
TECHNOLOGY
Headspace
Headspace offers students so many meditations and resources to “help you be kind to your mind” for $0.83 per month (that’s 85% off). I mean, a total steal.
Calm
Sleep Stories narrated by Harry Styles and Camila Cabello can be yours for freefor three months—and auto-renewed at a discounted rate of $8.99 per year—when you’re an Amazon Prime Student. (Heads up that you can get free 6-month trial of Amazon Prime Student!)
GET THE DEETS
Microsoft365
Get this: Students get access to Office 365 (which includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Teams) for free with their school email address.
Apple
The deal you snag all depends on the product you buy, but Apple has an entire website devoted to its student deals—and most products appear to be about $100 off their originally marked price.
Microsoft
Microsoft offers students up to 10% off of eligible computers and accessories.
Amazon Prime
Choose your own adventure here! Like we said, you can get a free six-month Prime Student trial—and Prime has an entire student hub with massive deals on oh so many things, including GrubHub, Amazon Music, Prime Video, and more, so go check that out right this way.
Dell
It all depends on the product you buy, but Dell offers deals on a ton of their laptops, and at least one is over 50% off—so run, don’t walk.
HP
Students get up to 40% off—that includes laptops, desktops, and accessories!
Verizon
Students can save $10/month with one line or save $25/month with two lines on mobile plans.
FASHION
Puma
Students get 10% off online. I’ll take! What! I! Can! Get!
Levi’s
Get 15% off here! Ah, there’s no feeling like the joy of getting your 501s for cheaper than everyone else.
Foot Locker
Enjoy 20% off purchases of $99+. Some exclusions apply, but hopefully nothing too cool.
ASOS
Not only do you get 10% off, but you also get “access to exclusive deals and competitions.”
J.Crew
With 15% off (which can be used up to four times per month), the time has come to channel your inner Jenna Lyons.
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Boohoo
Get that extra 20% off, girl—and by that I mean on top of what is probably already on sale, because when is there not a sale here tbh?
Under Armour
Just register your student credentials and spend 20% less than everyone else on your workout gear. Look at you!
Madewell
Once you verify, your 15% off discount is valid for an entire year.
Adidas
Not only do you get 15% off, but you also get free shipping. So it would be wrong NOT to buy another pair of Sambas.
Pretty Little Thing
Get an extra 5% off whatever is already on sale. (FYI a 50% off sale is not uncommon!)
Anthropologie
Score 20% off full-price items—for when you wanna look chic and fancy for less.
H&M
You can get 10% off here—a good deal, but FYI, this one is online only!
Dr. Martens
Is anyone willing to let me use their ID to buy some Mary Janes for 15% off, thanks in advance.
Express
I mean, 5% off isn’t huge, but a discount is a discount!
GET THE DEETS
UGG
Between 10% off and free shipping, we’re READY TO BE COZY.
Nike
You have to be 16 or older to get 10% off, take note!
^ You, entering your Dr. Martens era.
HOME
Target
Target offers students access to something called ~Target Circle~ which unlocks exclusive deals, like free gift cards and $$$ off specific items.
Brooklyn Bedding
35% off sounds great already—add free shipping and we’re in cozy heaven!
Society6
Cute dorm room décor unlocked—for 25% off.
Our Place
With 15% off, you’ll finally have an excuse to shop Selena Gomez’s entire line of cookware.
Cozy Earth
Sign up and find out what ~special discounts~ are in store.
^ How we feel after an exhausting day shopping for discounts.
ENTERTAINMENT
Spotify
Compared to the $10.99/month everyone else pays, students pay $5.99/month (that’s nearly 50% off)—plus an entire month free.
Hulu
Compared to $7.99/month, students get Hulu with ads for $1.99/month (that’s more than 75% off).
Peacock
Students pay $1.99/month (nearly 70% off), as opposed to $5.99—for 12 months, at which point, you have to re-register!
Paramount+
Instead of $5.99, this one’s $4.50/month for students (25% off!)—and you can cancel at any time.
YouTube Premium
For $7.99/month instead of $13.99 (more than 40% off), students get YouTube and YouTube Music ad-free—and it comes with a one-month free trial.
Apple Music
For up to 48 months, students pay $5.99/month (that’s pretty much 50% off the $10.99 individual plan). And speaking of…
Apple TV
It’s free with Apple Music. It’s the world’s best bundle!
Tidal
Students get at least 50% off—plus a free trial to make sure you’re into it.
Regal Theaters
TBD based on location, but you can find an entire list of participating locations right this way!
AMC Theatres
TBD based on location—tight this way for details. And also, now seems like a good excuse to post this photo…
The New Yorker
Students get digital-only access for $49.99/year (that’s 50% off). Plus, there are a buncha other discounted plans for students, including print and digital access for 12 weeks for $6.
Wall Street Journal
TBD based on your school—but if you’re lucky, you’ll get unlimited access to WSJ.com and the WSJ App and more.
The Atlantic
A print and digital subscription typically costs $89.99 per year, but with a student discount, it’s $49.99 (45% off).
^ You, knowing full well you’re about to get some AMC dealzzz.
FOOD
DoorDash
It’s usually $9.99/month, sooo, we’ll take it at $4.99/month (50% off)! Other perks include a $0 delivery fee and lower service fees, to name a few.
Blue Apron
Students get $180 off (YES, PLEASE)—and on top of that, your first order ships free.
HelloFresh
Enjoy 15% off, plus free shipping and 55% off your first box.
^ We can’t all have a Luke’s, amirite?
FITNESS
24 Hour Fitness
LITERALLY FREE*
*Kay, specifically free for high school students during the summer, but still.
Peloton App
Students can enjoy use of the app for $6.99/month instead of $12.99 (50% off, y’all).
^ A multi-tasking QUEEN.
TRAVEL
Amtrak
Students get 15% off—home for the holidays on the cheap, anyone?
United Airlines
Hey, 5% off can actually be a lot when you take into account the price of a flight!
