Best for Students
Discover it Student Cash Back
Discover
Intro Offer
1Yr Cashback Match
Annual Fee
$0
Recommended Credit
580–740
Poor - Good
Rewards & Earn Rates
1%
Travel
1%
Dining
1%
Grocery
1%
Gas
1%
Other
Not Included
TSA Pre✓
5% cash back in rotating categories each quarter you activate (up to $1,500) | 1% cash back on all other purchases | Cashback Match at the end of your first year | $20 Good Grade Reward
Why We Choose It
All the benefits of the regular Discover it Cash Back plus a $20 statement credit each year your GPA is 3.0 or higher. Building credit while earning rewards—smart move.
More About the Discover it Student Cash Back
The student version of Discover's popular rotating category cash back card
Pros & Cons
Pros
- No Annual Fee
- $20 Good Grade Reward For 3.0 GPA Or Higher
- First-Year Cash Back Match Doubles All Earnings
- No Credit History Required
Cons
- Must Activate Quarterly 5% Categories
- Limited To Students Only
- Categories Capped At $1,500 Quarterly
- No Premium Travel Benefits
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