Student Discounts: A Small Consolation

Student discounts to the rescue: students are at a financial disadvantage compared to others during their studies. They often have to take out student loans to stay financially secure. Save where you can is the motto! In a tough financial situation, saving is very important. To make up for it, there are plenty of student discounts, perks and student offers you can benefit from as a student. That is an advantage not everyone has. Here is a refresher on the student discounts that can save students real money.

 

Laptops with a student discount! How big is the student discount?

These days a laptop is a must, especially when you have to prepare presentations and term papers. Buying a laptop, however, is a big investment for many students. There is a solution: many major manufacturers offer a student discount. Apple also sells MacBooks at student pricing. You can save up to 208 euros (in Germany) when you buy a Mac.

Cell phone plans at student rates

As a student you depend on a phone and internet. Fortunately, many mobile and internet providers have noticed this and developed special student plans and discounts for phone and internet

 

Housing: save money with a student discount

A student dorm is no luxury, but it is cheaper than a privately rented apartment. You can save money because the rooms are often furnished. And phone and internet costs are frequently included in the price.

 

Student discounts for travel

The semester ticket (a common perk at German universities) lets you ride all local public transport across the whole transit network for much less than monthly passes. Students receive the ticket from their university when they enroll. There are also discounts for students on the BahnCard. (Deutsche Bahn's rail discount card in Germany)

 

Student discounts at attractions

Pay less at attractions than everyone else. It is best to always carry your student ID so you can claim the discount.

 

Still have questions..?

You can also check out our posts on student loans, financial aid and study financing. Maybe they will answer a question or two. And tell us about your own experiences and tips on student discounts, too. We would love to hear them.