College students know the struggle of being broke. We eat 25 cent Ramen noodles and drink tap water. We can't afford to do laundry, let alone buy a new outfit. The thought of going out to dinner makes us cringe, even if it is just McDonald's. For the past year my motto has been, "If it isn't free, I can't afford it." Today I'm changing that. Thanks to some awesome places realizing students are broke, we can get some pretty good discounts. Grab your students ID and head out to the following places to score some good deals.
Clothing Stores
1. J.Crew
They give students 15 percent off with a valid student ID.
2. Banana Republic
Fifteen percent off full-priced items for students and teachers!
3. Goodwill
On Tuesday's students can get 20 percent off clothing.
4. Ann Taylor
Students get 15 percent off on full priced clothes.
5. The Limited
Students get 15 percent off.
6. Vineyard Vines
15 percent off for students IN STORE only.
7. Alex and Ani
Students can get 10 percent off in participating Alex and Ani stores.
8. Charlotte Russe
Students get 10 percent off with a valid ID.
9. Urban Outfitters
Participating stores offer 10 percent off full prices items.
10. Kate Spade Outlet Locations
Kate Spade OUTLET locations only offer students 15 percent off.
Restaurants
1. Shoney's
15 percent off an item with your student ID.
2. Chick-Fil-A
Participating restaurants offer a free drink to students. Be sure to check with you local store because not all of them offer this discount.
3. Burger King, Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dairy Queen, Dunkin' Donuts, Firehouse Subs, Subway, Sweet Tomatoes, Taco Bell, and Waffle House
All of the above offer 10 percent off at participating restaurants only. Your local restaurant might not be taking part in this discount.
Others
1. Amazon
Students get SIX months of free prime and can purchase it for half-off. ($50)
2. Art Museums
Most museums have discounted student tickets as well as student months.
3. FedEX
Offers 20 percent off shipping for students if you ship directly from their store.
4. Car Insurance
Insurance companies like State Farm and Allstate offer students around 20 percent off.
5. Supercuts
They give students 20 percent off on haircuts.
6. RadioShack
Students get 10 percent off full priced purchases.
7. AMC Theaters
Discounted movies are offered to students on Thursdays
8. Sam's Club
They offer students a discounted membership with an .edu email.
9. Phone Companies
Major phone companies offer various discounts to students with a valid ID and an .edu email.
10. Jiffy Lube
With a valid student ID you can get $10 or 10 percent off at Jiffy Lube.
Disclaimer: I personally have only tried about 90 percent of the places on the list. Each store/restaurant is different from location to location. Your local store might not participate in the discount, but it does not hurt to ask.
