It’s a truth universally known that college students are broke. Or, at the very least, are attempting to save money in order to begin paying back their mounds of student loans.
That said, there are actually organizations out there that offer discounts specific to college students in order to help make their lives a little easier. Even the smallest discount goes a long way, which is why these organizations are ones you should be aware of. In the interest of sharing the wealth, here are 10 institutions that offer college student discounts that you’ll want to take advantage of.
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1. Amazon
That’s right – the giant organization from which you buy literally everything you need actually offers student discounts on select items. For instance, the company offers a 15% discount (or above) on computers, phones, and other technological accessories. The deals may vary, but you’ll want to take a look at this one regardless.
2. FedEx
Whether you’re shipping items back home, to your dorm, or sending a care package to a friend, you actually get a discount with FedEx if you’re a student. The discount offers up to 30% in savings, and all you need to do is show your valid school ID. So whether or not you’re questioning the efficacy of snail mail, you now have a great excuse to use it!
3. Nike
Just use it. The giant athletic gear retailer also offers student discounts, which is a great one to take advantage of. Any online purchase by a student receives 20% off so long as you sign in using your SheerID account. The only caveat here is that the deal is good once a month only, meaning you can only utilize the discount once every 30 days. Otherwise, go to town!
4. AMC Theaters
Sometimes, students need nothing more than a little time away from the library to decompress. Enter the movie theater. Go see that new movie you’ve been dying to see or choose a ticket at random and enjoy. Whichever way you decide to go, students get lower ticket prices at select AMC theaters, so just make sure your theater is a participating one, and you can enjoy whichever film has been calling to you, stress-free!
5. Overstock
If you have an unfurnished apartment, or just desperately need some bookshelves for your dorm room, believe it or not, Overstock does actually offer student discounts. Plus, they’ll deliver right to your door, taking the hassle of moving out of your hands! Students get the Club O Membership for free, including free shipping and additional rewards such as 5% in rewards dollars and 40% off deals.
6. Forever 21
Looking to get some shopping done? When you need new clothes, the price tag goes up pretty quickly, which is why this is a deal to take advantage of. Forever 21 offers a 15% discount to students so long as they are members of Student Beans.
7. Dairy Queen
Have a sweet tooth? Not to worry – there’s a discount for that! Dairy Queen actually offers student discounts at select locations, so make sure to visit your local DQ to see if it’s a participating location. If it is, you just present your student ID at the register and they will give you 10% off your order.
8. S’Well
This S’Well deal is great for environmentalists looking to give back. So not only will you feel good about saving money, but you’ll also feel good about what the money spent is doing. This brand offers a 20% discount to students on water bottle purchases; all you need to do is sign up at the Student Store with your .edu email address.
9. Shoe Carnival
Need some new kicks? Great! Shoe Carnival actually offers student discounts. All students need to do is register and verify their student status through Student Beans, and then Shoe Carnival offers them a 20% discount.
10. Buffalo Wild Wings
Lastly, but definitely not least, if you’re looking to grab some food (that you didn’t have to make, I might add) you’re in luck! There are countless restaurant chains that offer student discounts, but Buffalo Wild Wings is amongst them. So long as you find a participating location, you can get 10% off your order, all you need to do is ask for it!
A lack of money can be stressful and overwhelming, especially when you’re thinking ahead to the debt you’ve incurred throughout your college career. For that reason, spending “fun money” can be conflicting, especially when you’re already working within a tight budget.
However, with these college student discounts, you can not only feel good about spending your money, but you can also continue saving so that you don’t need to worry too much down the road. It’s a win-win!
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