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Discover it Student Cash Back

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Intro Offer

1Yr Cashback Match

Annual Fee

$0

Recommended Credit

580 to 740

Poor - Good
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Rewards & Earn Rates

1%

Travel

1%

Dining

1%

Grocery

1%

Gas

1%

Other

Not Included

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5% cash back in rotating categories each quarter you activate (up to the quarterly maximum) | 1% cash back on all other purchases | Cashback Match at the end of your first year

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
  • First-Year Cash Back Match Doubles All Earnings
  • No Credit History Required
  • 0% Intro APR For 6 Months On Purchases

Cons

  • Must Activate Quarterly 5% Categories
  • Limited To Students Only
  • Categories Capped At $1,500 Quarterly
  • No Premium Travel Benefits
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