Student discounts on mobile plans

Looking to save on your mobile plan this school year? Some of the top providers, such as T-Mobile, Verizon and AT&T, offer student discounts on mobile plans, tech and more.

What should you look for in student cell phone plans

If you’re a student looking for a cellphone plan, there are a few things you should consider to ensure you’re getting the best plan for your needs.

Price

It’s no secret that mobile plans are expensive, especially if you only sign up for one line. But, if you take advantage of new customer perks, bundling discounts or student deals like the ones we’ll list below, you could end up with a plan that doesn’t make you cringe every time you get your monthly bill.

Data

Unlimited data is the main selling point for most plans these days, especially when you can get an unlimited plan at a discount. If you can find an unlimited plan that doesn’t break the bank, it can be well worth it especially if you’re going to school away from home.

Coverage

The big three phone providers, Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T, all offer the most optimal coverage that many look for. But if you opt for a smaller carrier, they likely use one of the big three’s networks anyway. So, don’t always assume you need the biggest carrier for the best coverage.

Best cellphone plans and deals for college students

Explore cheap mobile phone plans with discounts from top providers. Save on standalone phone plans or bundle your internet and phone service to save even more.

Verizon student discount

Verizon offers back-to-school discounts on both mobile and internet plans. Get Verizon’s Unlimited Welcome plan and save up to $12/line. with two lines. You can save up to $10/line. with a standalone line. This deal is for eligible students actively enrolled in a secondary educational institution of higher learning and lasts for four years. The eligible student must be the owner and manager of the account.

If you need internet for your off-campus housing, you could save even more with Verizon’s mobile + Home Internet discount. Save $10/mo. with any of Verizon’s Fios plans on their own or save up to $30/mo. when you add a mobile plan.

Explore Verizon’s student discount.

T-Mobile student discount

While not necessarily for students only, T-Mobile does have some pretty great deals on mobile plans and phones that you can take advantage of this school year.

Right now, new customers who sign up for select T-Mobile unlimited plans can get a third line free. Existing customers who add a line on a Go5G Plus or Go5G Next plan could also get a free smartphone.

Explore T-Mobile’s mobile and phone deals.

AT&T student discount

The AT&T Signature Program offers discounts to students on AT&T’s highest-tier unlimited plan. College students can save $10/mo. per line with AT&T Unlimited Premium. To get approved, you’ll need to provide one of the following: Student ID, official letter from your college or university, current class schedule, current tuition receipt, current transcript or a current registration receipt.

Learn more about the AT&T Signature Program.

Mint Mobile

Mint Mobile doesn’t have any deals specifically for students, but its pricing may as well be a beacon for college students on a budget. As a new customer, you can get any Mint Mobile plan for as low as $15/mo. for three months, after which you’ll pay the total price, but the most expensive plan is just $35/mo. — much cheaper than most top carriers. And even better, Mint Mobile uses T-Mobile’s renowned 5G network, so you’ll be getting great coverage, too.

Explore Mint Mobile plans.

Visible

Visible is another third-party carrier like Mint that uses Verizon’s network and also has some appealing mobile plans for college students trying to save. Right now, Visible is offering a limited-time deal of two years of Visible service for just $20/mo. or Visible+ for $35/mo. with promo code CHAMP.

Explore Visible plans.

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