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Discover it® Student Cash Back

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Intro Offer

1Yr Cashback Match

Annual Fee

$0

Recommended Credit

580–740

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 $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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