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Wednesday, 17 February 2010 00:00 |
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Take Advantage of a Student ID |
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Many students forget that their student ID is a gold mine for savings. In many towns, students get discounts at the movies, stores, museums, play houses, bars and even restaurants. |
So encourage your student to take advantage of their student ID and take it everywhere they go!
Here are some ideas to consider that may offer some good deals.
- Banks: Banks and credit unions today offer student checking accounts which have no minimum balance and no fees.
- Car Insurance: A student can get a 10% discount with many companies for having good grades. Check with an insurance agent to see what the grade cut off is for your insurance company.
- Culture: Museums usually offer discounts for students. An recent article stated that a front row seat for a Young Frankenstein exhibit was $25 for students and $450 regular price! An extreme example, but the point is your student can really have a unique and classy experience on a student budget.
- Local Shops/Restaurants: Typically local establishments around universities offer discounts for students. The student center typically has a list of local stores and restaurants that offer good deals to students.
- Movies: Usually movie theaters charge students the matinee price if they have their IDs with them. Some colleges have free or $1 movies on campus.
- Newspapers/Magazines: Check to see if your child's favorite newspapers/magazines have student discounts for subscriptions.
- Tech Store: Many universities have a tech store which offers substantial discounts on software and hardware. Your child might want to grab the latest edition right before he/she graduates.
Encourage your child to carry his/her student ID at all times and make it a habit to ask if a place offers student discounts.
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