3 things in life are certain: death, taxes, and your EZ-Link card’s unglam pic of you and your pearly whites. But if you put that aside, it also gives you access to many good deals and discounts. With the September holidays coming up, we have collated a list of the best student discounts in 2024 for you to splurge on.
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Obviously, you must be a current student in order to qualify for a student discount. For the most part, student discounts are only offered to those studying in ITE, junior college, polytechnic, and below. Some businesses draw the line at university level though, so if you’re unsure, you can contact them to check or read the terms and conditions beforehand.
To qualify, you’ll just have to flash your student card to show proof of your age and where you study, although some accept those who just show up in their school uniform.
| Establishment | Category | Deal | Promotional period |
| Eighteen Chefs | F&B | Build your own meals from $8.90 | Ongoing |
| Yakiniku-GO | Beef & Pork Karubi Set meals from $9.90 | Now till 30th September 2024 | |
| Tsukimi Hamburg | Hamburg lunch sets from $8.90 | 10th September – 31st December 2024 | |
| Yaki Yaki Bo | Chicken Steak Lunch Set from $14.90 | From 17th September onwards | |
| Pepper Lunch | Student set grilled meals from $8.90 | Ongoing | |
| Big Fish Small Fish | Tar Tar Fish Burger from $6.90 | Ongoing | |
| Collin’s | $5 off any selected meal | Ongoing | |
| Jack’s Place | Western set meals from $9.90 | Ongoing | |
| Pastamania | Build your own pasta from $4.90 or Set meal at $5.90 | Ongoing | |
| Cathay Cineplex | Entertainment | Movie tickets from $6 | Ongoing |
| HaveFun Karaoke | 2-hour session from $6/pax | Ongoing | |
| Xcape Singapore | $6 off per person | Ongoing | |
| Orchid Bowl | From $3.50/game | Ongoing | |
| Playnation | Play board & card games for 3 hours from just $16.90/pax | Ongoing | |
| Challenger | Retail | Free 12-month long membership | Ongoing |
| Razer | 15% off all gaming gear | Ongoing | |
| Cotton On | 15% student discount | Ongoing | |
| Yamaha | 50% off flagship earphones and headphones | Now till 31st December 2024 | |
| Anytime Fitness | Health & Wellness | Up to 17% off | Ongoing |
| Absolute Boutique Fitness | 10-class spin or pilates from $150 | Ongoing | |
| Apgujeong Hair Studio | 20% of all hair services | Ongoing | |
| Sephora | 10% off products | Ongoing |
We usually associate student discounts with the same ol’ meals each time, with no room for customisation. At Eighteen Chefs you can literally “Be Your Own Chef” with their BYOC student & NSF meal (from $8.90).
You’ll start off with pasta or baked rice as your base, then add on your choice of sauce and a main ingredient. If you’re the ravenous type, you can opt for chicken sausage, grilled chicken, or salmon, for an extra $2-$3.70. The BYOC meal also comes with a soup of the day or ice cream, and a drink.
Find out more about Eighteen Chefs student promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Eighteen Chefs outlets.
Enjoying grilled meat doesn’t have to be a distant luxury, not when there’s Yakiniku-Go’s student promos. If the 100g of meat proves too little, you can double it for an extra $3. Each set comes with a soft drink, rice, soup, and a side of your choice. If you’re still peckish, you can upsize your rice up to 1.5 times for free.
Just note that this promo applies to outlets at Hougang Mall, JEM, and The Seletar Mall, and is valid until 5pm daily.
Find out more about Yakiniku-Go student discounts.
Promo dates: Now till 1st September 2024
Everyone loves a good hamburger, but even the most die-hard fan will admit that it’s not the most filling option. At Tsukimi Hamburg, their Hamburg Don ($8.90, U.P. from $13.90) is sure to fill you up: since the juicy hamburg patty is6 paired with a hearty rice bowl. If you’re feeling a bit more atas, you can opt for the Hamburg & Salmon Teishoku ($11.90).
Do note that this promo applies for the Hougang outlet only.
Promo dates: From 10th September-31st December 2024
Those who want to go carb-lite can set their calendar to ring on 17th September for Yaki Yaki Bo’s lunch set promos. You’ll get your choice of Chicken Steak, Shiromi Fish, Sliced Pork, or Sliced Beef (from $14.90, U.P. from $17). The set comes with Japanese steamed rice, miso soup, and sides like bean sprouts, salad, and pickles for a complete meal. Just remember that this promo is only available at their NEX and Jurong Point outlets from 11am-4.30pm.
Promo dates: From 17th September onwards
For decades, Pepper Lunch has been a fave after-school spot for students to grab a meal. Now, there’s even more reason to stop by since their Chicken Pepper Rice is now $8 (U.P. $16.40), and Salmon Pepper Rice is going for $9.90 (U.P. $17.40). The meals even come with a complimentary soft drink.
Students will need to make their way to Pepper Lunch at Tampines 1, Ang Mo Kio Hub, and Bedok Mall to get the promo. It’s valid Monday – Friday, 11am-5pm.
Find out more about Pepper Lunch promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Here’s a catch of the day you won’t want to miss: Big Fish Small Fish’s student set meals from $6.90. Each meal gets you a main like Fried Chicken Chop or Signature Dory, and it’s served with a soft drink and a side of crisps.
Find out more about Big Fish Small Fish promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Big Fish Small Fish outlets.
Image credit: @collinsgrille.sg via Instagram
For affordable Western food that doesn’t come from a fast food chain, Collin’s is where it’s at. Great news for students, you can get $5 off any dish and a free soft drink when you dine here Monday – Friday, 11am-5pm. This applies to salads, pastas, meats, seafood, woodfired pizza, and The New Sharing Combo.
Find out more about Collin’s promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Collin’s outlets.
Image credit: Jack’s Place
Another popular diner to get Western food is Jack’s Place, and students can get any 1 of 5 different set meals from just $9.90 here. You get your choice of Striploin Steak & Sausage Aglio Olio, Cheesy Mayo Chicken Cutlet, Seafood Baked RIce, Baked Rice with Chicken & Sausage, or Chicken Chop & Fish Aglio Olio. These meals are inclusive of a free soup, gelato, or drink too.
The promo is valid from Monday – Friday, 11am-5pm, except for public holidays.
Find out more about Jack’s Place promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Jack’s Place outlets.
It’s still possible to get a meal under $5 in 2024 thanks to Pastamania’s Build Your Own Pasta. Whether you choose to build a tomato spaghetti or cream linguine, it will still amount to $4.90. If you want toppings like chicken ham or bacon, it will be a further top up of $1.50 – still considerably cheap in today’s economy.
You can also get set meals like Cheesy Chicken Sausage, Mac & Cheese, or Chicken Ham & Mushroom Pizza at just $5.90 as well.
The promo is valid from Monday – Friday, until 6pm, except on public holidays.
Find out more about Pastamania promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Pastamania outlets.
Image credit: Cathay Cineplex JEM via Google Maps
Student movie tickets are always a steal, especially at Cathay Cineplex, when they’re $6/ticket (U.P. from $15.50) on Tuesdays. No worries if you’re only free on other weekdays – student tickets are still affordable at $7/ticket.
Find out more about Cathay Cineplex promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Cathay Cineplex outlets.
They say screaming can relieve stress. At HaveFun Karaoke, you’ll be able to vent out your frustrations from school – or parents – by belting out tunes for just $6/pax for a 2 hour singing session. You’ll even get a free soft drink to quench your parched throat too. Do note you’ll need to jio at least 3 other friends to get this promo. It’s also only valid from Monday – Friday before 5.30pm.
Find out more about HaveFun Karaoke promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of HaveFun Karaoke outlets.
Escape rooms are all the rage now, but it all started at Xcape Singapore. Spanning over 7,000sqft across 9 game themes, and 48 game chambers, you would expect a ticket to be pricey. Well, it’s only $6 off/pax after 6pm. Who says having fun must be expensive?
Find out more about Xcape Singapore promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
When choosing what to do after school, bowling is a pretty safe choice. At Orchid Bowl, the game rates are also on the wallet-safe side, starting from just $3.50/game. Just note that you will have to be a full-time student that’s 21 years old and below to qualify for this deal.
Find out more about Orchid Bowl promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Image credit: Playnation Cafe
There are many reasons why late-night board game cafes are a popular hangout choice. From bonding over console games, or testing your friendships with multiplier games, it’s an all-in-one package until you factor in the location. Enter Playnation at Dhoby Ghaut, accessible via 4 MRT lines, making it convenient for everyone.
As for their student package, it’s 3 straight hours of games from $16.90/pax (U.P. from $19.90/pax) on weekdays.
Find out more about Playnation promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Image credit: @challenger.sg via Instagram
With HBL being part of the new norm, it’s practically essential for students to have their own laptops and smartphones to get through school. Thankfully, you can sign up for a free 12-month membership at Challenger for up to 30% off storewide for all your tech necessities.
As a bonus, there are regular in-store promotions like rebates and extra discounts for members only throughout the year.
Find out more about Challenger promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Challenger outlets.
Image credit: RazerStore Funan via Google Maps
Getting an upgrade on your workstation and gaming setup doesn’t have to bleed your wallet dry when you’ve got a student card. Razer offers 15% off on all gaming gear, like microphones and fan controllers. You’ll even get a 5% discount on all laptops and smartphones.
Find out more about Razer promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Image credit: 313@somerset
Giving your poly or uni wardrobe a makeover doesn’t have to be financially painful anymore, thanks to Cotton On’s 15% student discount. Just register your student status on the UNiDAYS website and you’re good to go on your shopping spree. Just note that the discount applies for full priced items only, and that sale items are not included.
Find out more about Cotton On promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Cotton On outlets.
Image credit: Yamaha Singapore
Give your listening ears an upgrade with Yamaha‘s flagship headphones and earphones, which are going for 50% off at their outlet in Plaza Singapura. They’ve got a wide selection, which includes true wireless earbuds and wireless headphones, so there aren’t any wires to trip over.
Find out more about Yamaha promotion.
Promo dates: Now till 31st December 2024
P.E. lessons end at junior college, or secondary school for those in poly and ITE, but that doesn’t mean you should put your fitness on the back burner. Work on building gains and developing healthy habits at Anytime Fitness, where you can get up to 17% off their 12-months membership.
The extent of the discount varies from location to location though, so it’s best to check with your preferred location in advance.
Find out more about Anytime Fitness promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Anytime Fitness outlets.
A quickfire way to be demure, cutesy, and mindful? Booking a pilates or spin class. You’d think such classes would cost a fortune, but Absolute Boutique Fitness Studio offers students 26 years and below 10-class packages from $150. The offer is only valid when you flash your student card and purchase directly at their studios.
Find out more about Absolute Boutique Fitness Studio promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Most people think that getting a glow up costs an arm and a leg. Then again, most people also don’t know that they can get 20% off all hair services when they present their student card at Apgujeong Hair Studio. Get a perm, cut, or colour on weekdays before 4pm to qualify.
Find out more about Apgujeong Hair Studio promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Apgujeong Hair Studio outlets.
Students can sign up for the Sephora Beauty Pass student promo to get 10% off products on weekdays. You can also redeem skincare and makeup products with the Sephora app under the Rewards Boutique section.
Find out more about Sephora promotion.
Promo dates: Ongoing
Full list of Sephora outlets.
Although it may be stressful, being a student comes with many benefits like pocket money, long holidays, and student discounts. These will definitely help you recoup the money you probably spent bingeing on concerts in Singapore, and will make you a tad less broke.
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Cover image adapted from: @collinsgrille.sg via Instagram, HaveFun Karaoke
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