College student discounts

There’s a lot to learn while you’re in college. And if you’re paying your own bills, lessons aren’t limited to lecture halls and small-group seminars. One obvious lesson is the value (and joy) of finding deals and discounts to help you stretch your budget. 

What you’ll learn:

• Many retailers and merchants offer discounts for college students who show a valid student ID or use a valid college email address.

• Capital One student credit cards are designed with college students in mind. Both cards can help students earn cash back while they build credit with responsible use.

• Eligible cardholders can use Capital One Offers to earn credit card rewards or statement credits by shopping online and in stores.

• Capital One Shopping is a free browser extension and mobile app that automatically searches thousands of online merchants to find coupons and deals.

If you’re searching for student deals, the list below might help you get started. And with help from Capital One, you might even be able to save more and earn rewards. 

1. Capital One student cards: Savor Student and Quicksilver Student are designed with college students in mind, especially students with little to no credit history. They both offer cash back as well as elevated rewards through Capital One Entertainment and Capital One Travel.

2. Capital One Offers: Find amazing deals on fashion, tech, beauty, travel and more with Capital One Offers. If you’re already a cardholder, you can sign in to your account to explore the latest deals.

3. Capital One Shopping: You don’t need a Capital One credit card to use Capital One Shopping. It’s free for everyone, and you can use its rewards to get digital gift cards.

If you want to unwind from the day and stream your favorite TV show, listen to music, head out to a movie or settle in with a good book, there may be a discount. Plus, Savor Student cardholders earn 3% cash back on popular streaming services.

Amazon says its Prime tier for students and young adults offers all the perks at half the price. If you order online, there may be exclusive deals available through Capital One Shopping. Plus, eligible Capital One cardholders can pay for purchases at Amazon.com.

Apple Music is available at a discounted rate, and it comes bundled with Apple TV. Capital One Shopping monitors both services and might have discounts too:

• Apple Music promo codes and coupons

• Apple TV promo codes and coupons

Spotify offers a student deal that includes access to Hulu. If your music is covered, Hulu has a stand-alone student deal for its ad-supported version. Capital One Shopping might help you find other Hulu promo codes and coupons.

Paramount+ advertises that students can get half off any plan for a year. You may be able to find other Paramount+ promo codes and coupons through Capital One Shopping.

YouTube offers a premium student subscription that includes ad-free YouTube and YouTube Music. At the time of publication, there were no student-specific deals for YouTube TV, but there may be other promotions or coupons out there.

Catch a movie with friends and save a few dollars at the box office by finding a theater that offers student pricing or discount days. Many theaters, including Cinemark, Regal and AMC, offer student deals. And it might be worth checking Capital One Shopping for additional discounts:

• Regal promo codes and coupons

• Cinemark promo codes and coupons

• AMC promo codes and coupons

Whether you need a new laptop for school or want to save on your phone bill each month, student discounts could help you save on essential tech and services.

Apple, Dell, HP and Samsung are among the companies that advertise student discounts on laptops, tablets and accessories. You can search Capital One Shopping for additional savings and coupon codes before you buy:

• Apple promo codes and coupons

• Dell Technologies promo codes and coupons 

• HP promo codes and coupons

• Samsung promo codes and coupons

Providers like AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon offer student discounts that may include reduced monthly rates or savings on devices and internet plans. Capital One Shopping tracks providers and may have discounts you can stack:

• AT&T Wireless promo codes and coupons

• T-Mobile promo codes and coupons

• Verizon promo codes and coupons

Certain software might be required for your coursework. To help students access these programs, companies like Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office offer student discounts on software. To find the lowest price on your tech, consider checking Capital One Shopping for other deals:

• Adobe promo codes and coupons

• Microsoft promo codes and coupons

Whether you’re looking for a new pair of sneakers or a new comforter for your dorm room, here’s where to get student discounts from some major retailers.

Stores and brands such as Adidas, ASOS, Madewell, Nike, UGG, Urban Outfitters and Vera Bradley offer discounts both in-store and online with proof of college enrollment. Merchants might change their offers, but you can get help keeping up with help from Capital One Shopping:

• Adidas promo codes and coupons

• ASOS promo codes and coupons

• Madewell promo codes and coupons

• Nike promo codes and coupons

• UGG promo codes and coupons

• Urban Outfitters promo codes and coupons

• Vera Bradley promo codes and coupons

Ready to spruce up your dorm room or apartment? Join Target Circle to unlock special discounts just for college students. And stores such as Bed Bath & Beyond and Pottery Barn Teen offer year-round student discounts on dorm and home essentials. See whether you can grab an extra discount with these Capital One Shopping links:

• Target promo codes and coupons

• Bed Bath & Beyond promo codes and coupons

When you’re a busy college student, staying on top of your mental and physical health is essential. These discounts could help.

If you need help managing your stress levels, check out the mental wellness app Headspace. Students can sign up for an annual subscription and check Capital One Shopping for additional Headspace promo codes and coupons.

Need a workout routine that won’t break the bank? Certain Anytime Fitness, SoulCycle and YMCA locations offer discounts for college students. Plus, check out discounts from workout apps like Peloton. Local gyms may also offer incentives for students in the area.

Student discounts can help you stretch your budget. And with a Capital One student credit card, you can earn rewards while you build credit with responsible use to set yourself up for bigger financial goals in the future.