Being a college student can be tough with textbooks, takeout meals, and bus fares adding up fast. But here’s something they don’t always mention during orientation: your @stevens.edu email unlocks discounts and perks that can save you serious money, both online and right here in Hoboken.
A few popular student deals include Amazon Prime for students, which offers a six-month free trial and a $7.49/month membership deal instead of the usual $14.99/month, Hulu with ads for just $1.99/month, and HBO Max with ads for $5.49/month. Through the Stevens Library, students can access sources such as the New York Times and the Washington Post for free until their graduation year. Stevens students can also utilize LinkedIn Learning for free, gaining access to thousands of courses ranging from Excel skills to public speaking.
For a comprehensive list of available deals, two websites to check out are StudentBeans.com and UniDays.com, both of which partner with a variety of brands to offer student-exclusive discounts. Brands include Princess Polly, H&M, Urban Outfitters, ASOS, Logitech, Fenty Beauty, and many more. All you have to do is verify your student email address, and you’ll be able to access discounts ranging from 10% to 30% off or other savings offers.
The savings don’t stop at online shopping and streaming subscriptions. Being a student also gives you access to museums and other cultural institutions at a discounted rate, sometimes even completely free. The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers Pay-What-You-Wish admissions for NY, NJ, and CT students, bringing admission costs down to as low as a penny. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and The Frick Collection both offer student tickets for $17 instead of the regular $30, and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens offers $16 student tickets instead of the regular $22. Museums all over the country offer discounts; just make sure you double-check their website before your visit.
Moving on to dining, a lot of retailers offer student discounts but do not openly advertise them. You can always ask in person to check whether a location participates in student discounts, but here are a few spots around campus you can count on:
- Impostos Pizza – 10% student discount
- Toast x Bowl – 10% student discount + free drink
- Jefferson’s Coffee – 10% student discount
- Muteki Ramen – 10% student discount
- Quality Pizza Co. – 10% student discount
- Mashed – 10% student discount
Ultimately, making the most of your student status requires a bit of proactive effort. With so many discounts and resources available, you should make sure to review your options and determine which perks best fit your lifestyle and budget. What works for one student may not be the best fit for another, so taking the time to explore platforms like Student Beans, UNiDAYS, and the Stevens Library’s online resources ensures you’re getting the most value from your .edu email address.
