AAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard®
Frequent Flyers
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
1X
Travel
1X
Dining
1X
Grocery
1X
Gas
1X
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
See Rates & Fees (Terms Apply)
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