23 amazing discounts you can score with a student ID
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Getty Images / Don ArnoldOne of the best parts of the college experience, besides friends, parties, and internships, is all the free things you can get on campus.
At my alma mater, there seemed to be free shirts, snacks, and other university paraphernalia at every corner. In addition to scoring free stuff, students can also take advantage of steep discounts at movie theaters, restaurants, and stores when they flash their ID at checkout.
Below, I compiled 23 deals every college student should take advantage of during their four years at school.
Allen Edmonds
When you show your college ID at any Allen Edmonds store, you can get one of the brand's best-selling shoes, a belt, and cedar shoe trees for $350 — that's over $150 off the original price.
Amazon
Prime Student comes with many of the perks of a regular Prime membership, with a few exceptions. But first and foremost, the reason you should sign up as a Prime Student is that your free trial lasts for six months, enough to get you through your first semester.
American Apparel
When you sign up for UNiDAYS, a website that connects students with great discounts, you can save 25% at American Apparel.
The Art of Shaving
The Art of Shaving offers 10% off orders with your student ID.
Asos
Once you confirm your college email through UNiDAYS, you can enjoy 10% off full-priced items.
AT&T
Depending on your school, you may be eligible to receive discounts on your monthly phone bill. For more information, check out AT&T's business programs section.
Banana Republic
At Banana Republic, students and teachers can both save 15% in stores.
Bed Bath and Beyond
For a limited time only, you can save 15% on your in-store purchases when you sign up for UNiDAYS.
Best Buy
Receive several great coupon codes that you can redeem in stores or online when you sign up for Best Buy's College Student Deals.
Club Monaco
Enter your university email into the site or present your ID at checkout in stores and you will receive 20% off full-price and sale items.
Cole Haan
Grad students and teachers can save 20% on full-price and sale items.
The Company Store
Once you enter your student email into the site, you'll receive a code for 15% off your purchase and free shipping —perfect if you're looking for a new comforter.
Dockers
Through UNiDAYS, students can save 20% when they shop online at Dockers.
Frank + Oak
Enjoy 20% off Frank + Oak's clothes and accessories.
J.Crew
Take 15% off your in-store purchase with your student ID.
Levi's
If you're in the market for new pairs of jeans, you can save 15% online as a student.
Madewell
Only available in stores, shoppers can save 15% on their purchases with a valid student ID.
Microsoft
Microsoft offers discounts for both grammar school and college students, parents, and faculty — savings start at 10% off your order.
Moleskine
While typing out notes on a computer is easier, study after study has shown writing things out longhand helps with retention. In this vein, students can save 15% on their Moleskine notebooks.
New Balance
Take 10% off a new pair of sneakers for the new semester.
Urban Outfitters
Through UNiDAYS, you can take 10% off your order.
Topshop and Topman
For 10% off your order, register through Student Beans or simply show your ID at one of the brand's store locations.
West Elm
If you're looking to spruce up your dorm room, have a look at West Elm. Students are able to save 15% year-round.