Gift Cards Travel Discounts for College Students

Oh, college. It is the first time of semi-freedom without all the responsibilities of careers, children, and the more boring aspects of adult hood. It is a time when receipts for grocery store ramen can stretch from ceiling to floor.

Amid all the fun comes great pressure. For the first time, students are learning to balance school, work, and a social life. Of course, the student and the parents end up on a pretty tight budget, so knowing where to locate student discounts is essential.

 

UNiDAYS

Many stores use UNiDays to verify a student’s identity for online student discounts. By going to the UNiDAYS website, you can sign up for a free account to access special offers, as well as access student discounts at specific vendor websites such as:

• 1-800-Contacts – 10% off
• American Eagle – 20% off
• Barre3 – 20% off subscription
• Betabrand – 15% off
• Billabong – 10% off
• Boohoo – 10% off
• Cole Haan – 15% off
• Cotton On – 15% off
• Dockers – 20% off
• Dune London – 10% off
• Express – 40% off
• Frederick’s of Hollywood – 10% off
• GlassesUSA – 55% off of frames
• Jack Wills – 10% off
• Joe’s Jeans – 20% off
• Klipsch Audio – 10% off
• Levi’s – 15% off
• ModCloth – 15% off
• New Balance – 10% off
• Oasis – 10% off
• Original Penguin – 10% off
• Puma – 20% off
• Rag & Bone – 15% off
• Reebok – 20% off
• Rosetta Stone – 10% off
• Sam’s Club - $25 e-giftcard with the purchase of a membership
• Spy Optic – up to 20% off
• Under Armour – 10% off
• Unif – 15% off

 

Student Beans

Registering with Student Beans will enable you to access discounts with even more companies, including the following:

• A’GACI – 15% off
• Chi Chi London – 15% off
• Cupshe – 10% off when you spend at least $70
• Fifth Sun – 20% off
• Forever 21 – 10% off
• Hunter – 20% off online orders
• La Senza – 10% off online orders
• Miss Selfridge – 10% off
• NA-KD – 12% off
• Paula’s Choice – 10% off
• PacSun – 10% off
• PrettyLittleThing – 30% off
• Sammy Dress – 12% off
• Sheln – 20% off
• TBDress – 15% off
• Ted Baker – 15% off
• Topman – 10% off
• Topshop – 10% off
• Steelseries – 15% off

 

Electronics

Every college student needs a good set of electronics to make it through school. It is important to have a decent computer for research and study, as well as much-needed relaxation. Headphones help tune out noise, and a smartphone is great for keeping in touch with family. Here are a few places that offer discounts on electronics.

• Abbyy – up to 30% off of software
• Ableton – up to 40% off of software
• Cyberlink – up to 60% off of software
• Dell – check out Dell University to save up to 6% and find computers on sale
• Final Draft – receive Final Draft software for almost 50% off
• HP – Check out HP Academy for up to 20% off and free shipping
• Lenovo – 5 to 10% off plus free shipping
• Logitech – up to 20% off through Logitech Academy
• Microsoft – students receive Microsoft Office 365 for free
• Norton – save up to 65% when registered with Student Beans
• Skylum – receive 50% off of Aurora HDR and Luminar
• Spotify – pay $4.99 to receive both Spotify AND Hulu
• Squarespace – receive 50% off your first year with a verified student email
• Targus – 25% off

 

Food

Let’s not forget the most important discount available: food! Young adults have high metabolisms and the desire to munch all day. Being able to save on food means more can be consumed!

• Arby’s – 10% off
• Buffalo Wild Wings – up to 10% off
• Burger King – up to 10% off
• Dunkin’ Donuts – up to 10% off
• Subway – up to 10% off
• TCBY – 15% off

 

Travel

Students need a break sometimes! The pressure of testing can be immense, and it is nice to get away for spring break or a summer vacation. Not everyone can afford to take a trip, but these discounts will help!

• Caesar’s Palace – 10% off the lowest prices
• Choice Hotels International – 15% off
• Coach USA – 15% off Short Line to and from college towns
• Contiki – save $75 on trips over 7 days with the code STUDENT75
• E-Z Rent-A-Car – save 10% with the code 7192E
• Greyhound – 10% off
• NJ Transit – 25% off (not in New Jersey? Check your local transit for their special rates!)
• OneTravel - $10 off
• Penske – 10% off truck rentals and another 10% one-way travel
• Sixt Car Rental – 5% off
• Uber – up to 50% off

 

Furnishings

At some point, the dorm or your parents’ basement will feel too stifling. You may feel like trying out apartment life! To get a discount on furnishing your new place, check out these deals:

• Eight Sleep – 10% off
• Leesa – 15% off of mattresses
• Overstock – free membership to Club O with all perks included, such as free shipping
• PBteen – 15% off
• West Elm – 15% off

 

Other Available Discounts

Amazon offers 6 months of Prime for free or 50% off of an annual Prime membership for students.

Always check with your local museums and orchestras. They often offer special ticket rates for students.

It’s always a good idea to keep your student ID on you, and do not be afraid to ask if student discounts are available wherever you are shopping, eating, or otherwise conducting business. Many places, such as McDonalds, the Gap, or Chick-Fil-A only offer discounts at certain locations, so it is always important to check.

College is an important time in life. It is a time of growth, friendship, learning, and more. Make the most of this quick, yet impactful, experience by relieving some of your financial burdens with these discounts. During college, you can usually only work a part-time job and living off of that salary without collecting a large amount of debt can be difficult. Be sure to take advantage of every opportunity to save money with good deals!