Student Discounts Around BCS: Where to Save Your Cash

Eating out and finding things to do adds up fast when you’re on a college budget. Fortunately, your student ID is a great discount card at plenty of spots, you just have to know where to go. 

Here’s a brief list of student discounts, accessible with just your A&M ID. 

Food Spots

If you are trying to stretch your weekly food budget, these spots offer solid discounts on your bill when you show your student credentials. 

• Dave’s Hot Chicken 

• Discount: 15% off your entire order. 

• Houston TX Hot Chicken  

• Discount: Two crispy tenders plus a regular drink for $9.99. 

• Rules: Valid Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 2 PM for dine-in only. Must show a valid student ID. 

• Original ChopShop  

• Discount: $3 off any bowl, salad, or sandwich. 

• Rules: Available every day from 2 PM to close with a valid student ID. 

• DiMassi’s Mediterranean Buffet  

• Discount: The “Study Fuel” deal for $9.99, which includes your choice of a wrap or plate plus a drink. 

• Rules: Available all day, every day. Must present a valid student ID. 

• Piada Italian Street Food  

• Discount: $8.99 Student Meal (includes any Piada, Pasta, or Salad plus a fountain drink). 

• Nick the Greek  

• Discount: 10% off your order. 

• Fazoli’s  

• Discount: 10% off your purchase. 

• Frittella Italian Cafe  

• Discount: Special student promotions, including their Tuesday and Thursday dining specials. 

Activities 

Taking a break from classes doesn’t have to blow your budget. These local entertainment spots offer cheaper rates for students. 

• Star Cinema Grill  

• Discount: Discounted student ticket (typically $1.50 to $2.00 off standard evening adult admission). 

• Rules: Must purchase tickets in person at the box office and present a valid student ID. 

• Grand Station Entertainment  

• Discount: Thursday College Night specials (discounted bowling lanes, laser tag, and beverage deals). 

• Rules: Bring your student ID to check in at the front desk to unlock the special pricing. 

Final Thoughts

Never pay full price if you don’t have to; it’s a good habit to ask if a business has a student discount before you hand over your card. It’s one of the best ways to avoid being another broke college student. 

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