Costco, the supermarket giant in the United States, is offering assistance to students. As is well known, tuition fees in the country are very high, combined with the rising cost of living, which means students are having to tighten their belts at the end of the month, especially those with limited resources. Now, the wholesale chain has joined the UNiDAYS platform to offer a special benefit that allows students to save when purchasing their annual membership.
Students who wish to access this benefit must be at least 16 years old and sign up for the automatic renewal plan
The new feature is that students who purchase a Costco card through UNiDAYS will receive a $20 digital certificate as a gift. This certificate or voucher can be used on their next purchase, whether in physical stores or online. Remember that Costco operates on a membership-based basis, through which consumers can access and shop at its stores. A traditional Gold Star membership costs $65. Students who wish to access this benefit must be at least 16 years old and sign up for the automatic renewal plan. This means they can renew their commitment to Costco within a year.
Executive members, on the other hand, pay US$130 annually and include 2% cashback on eligible purchases
Costco has two types of customers or members: Gold Star and Executive. The Gold Star card offers a US$65 annual fee; it includes full access to physical stores and the digital platform, and also includes two cards for family use or shared use with others. This card is geared toward consumers who shop occasionally and are close to branches. Executive members, on the other hand, pay US$130 annually and include 2% cashback on eligible purchases. It also includes two membership cards and discounts on Costco services. In this case, the card is geared toward people who shop online and in physical stores.
Costco also offers a Business membership, designed for entrepreneurs and merchants
It’s important to add that Costco also offers a Business membership, designed for entrepreneurs and merchants who need to purchase products in bulk for resale and the ability to make wholesale purchases. This option is perhaps less popular because it’s aimed at a more niche audience. In any case, this option offers more flexibility and also costs US$130.
Memberships: there are discounts on tickets to events and attractions, new or used car purchases, and wireless services
Let’s remember that these types of supermarkets in the United States are very popular due to the discounts and benefits they provide to their customers. For example, there are discounts on tickets to events and attractions, new or used car purchases, and wireless services. They also offer digital credit cards for in-store purchases, educational benefits, financing options, personal loans, and home loans; as well as financial services such as discounts on insurance, life insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance.
Costco discounts: offering deals on food and offering affordable prices, students can find this help
Therefore, the student discount is tailored to their needs. Considering that there are countless Costco locations across the country, offering deals on food and offering affordable prices, students can find this help a great boost to make ends meet.
“Simply sign up with your personal email, verify your student status, and you’ll unlock 12 months of UNiDAYS student discounts”
Regarding this, Costco said this on its website: “Current students can join UNiDAYS for free in just 5 minutes. Simply sign up with your personal email, verify your student status, and you’ll unlock 12 months of UNiDAYS student discounts.” The statement explains that a physical card isn’t required to complete the financing; simply show your digital UNiDAYS ID at participating stores.
