One of the perks of being a college student is getting to take advantage of student discounts from shops, restaurants, and more. Even the smallest discount can make a difference for college students living off student loans and working a part-time job to pay rent for their apartments in Fort Collins. If you are a student at CSU, there are many discounts available for you throughout the city. Also keep in mind that many businesses offer discounts to students, but don’t advertise it; don’t be shy and always ask if there is any student discount available. It never hurts to ask!
You can click here to find a list of 100+ stores that give a student discount, but the following are just some of the options to get you started or visit this site for the ultimate list of student discounts.
Entertainment
If you’re planning a fun activity for the day or a night out with friends, take a minute to look through some of the entertainment options that offer you a student discount and low rates to take advantage of in the area.
- CSU Sporting Events: Full-time CSU students get the benefit of free or discounted admission to CSU sporting events. Click here for the Rams Ticket Office
- Movie Theaters: AMC Theaters, Cinemark, and Regal Theaters all offer student discounts on certain days.
- Skiing: Many of Colorado’s ski resorts offer students with a valid ID a discount on a ski pass or lift ticket. Click here to view a list of the individual discounts offered in Colorado ski country.
- Art: The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, and the Denver Art Museum offer a discount on entrance tickets.
- Music And Performing Arts: Students can purchase tickets for $10 (plus fees and taxes) to The Colorado Symphony Orchestra with a valid student ID.
- Elitch Gardens: You can purchase a discounted one-day admission or a season pass at a discount here.
Restaurants
Many restaurants offer a student discount to those who can show a student ID. Restaurants close to campus are key places to consider, but many others will offer some sort of discount as well.
At participating locations, these restaurants have offered a 10{ec1d25302c0c3e829886c092caa623e779a888dbf9e1057900a08c9ab9a85bb1} student discount after showing a valid student ID:
- Arby’s
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Burger King
- Dairy Queen
- Dunkin’ Donuts
- Firehouse Subs
- McDonald’s
- Papa John’s
- Pizza Hut
- Subway
- Taco Bell
- TCBY
Some restaurants may not offer a discount off your total bill, but they will offer a free drink or a discounted item. At participating locations and with a valid student ID, you can get a free drink or item at the following:
- Chick-Fil-A
- Chipotle
- Qdoba
Click here for a list of the top 22 restaurants that offer student discounts.
Retailers for Clothing, Electronics, and Merchandise
Many shops, stores, and retailers will also give students a discount off their in-store or online purchase with a valid student ID. Remember that discounts are subject to individual locations, however, so make sure to ask before assuming that a discount will be given to you.
The following stores may provide a discount off your total purchase:
- Ann Taylor
- Asos
- Banana Republic
- Charlotte Russe
- Eddie Bauer
- Goodwill
- J.Crew
- Jo-Ann Fabrics
- Juicy Couture
- Kate Spade
- Levi’s
- Madewell
- Medelita
- Old Navy
- Topshop
- Urban Outfitters
Other retailers, such as the following, offer student incentives or savings through a different way such as a discounted membership, free shipping or special promotions:
- Adobe
- Amazon
- Apple Store
- Dell
- HP
- Lenovo
- Logitech
- Microsoft
- Norton
- Sally Beauty Supply
- Sam’s Club
- Toms Shoes
Services
As a student, you might even find a discount for services you use, not just at stores and restaurants. Each company will offer varying discounts and will have a different set of criteria to meet in order to qualify, so make sure to ask for detailed information. Some service companies that offer student discounts include:
- Parking at Denver International Airport: click here to find more information about discounts at WallyPark, Canopy Airport Parking, and The Parking Spot.
- Cell Phone Providers including AT&T, Sprint and Verizon Wireless
- FedEx
- Insurance Companies including Allstate, GEICO, State Farm, Farmers, Travelers, and Nationwide Insurance
- Moving Companies including North American Van Lines and Penske
- Public Transportation: Transfort offers free fares and passes for CSU students with a RamCard
- Travel And Transportation Services including Choice Hotels, Greyhound, STA Travel, Amtrak, Rail Europe, and Coach USA