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Bank of America Travel Rewards for Students

Bank of America Travel Rewards for Students Review

Bank of America · Students who travel internationally

4.1 / 5 (543 reviews)
Annual Fee
No annual fee
Rewards
1.5x points on all purchases
Regular APR
19.24% – 29.24%
Credit Needed
No Credit History

Our Expert Verdict

7/10
Editor's Score

Bank of America's student travel card earns flat 1.5x on everything with no foreign transaction fees — perfect for students who travel internationally or study abroad. The 25,000-point welcome bonus is worth $250 toward travel (flights, hotels, car rentals), providing excellent first-year value with no annual fee.

Pros

  • No annual fee
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • 25K welcome bonus worth $250 in travel
  • 15-month 0% APR
  • No credit history needed

Cons

  • Points only valuable for travel
  • Lower rewards than some competitors
  • Less flexible than transferable currencies
Sign-Up Bonus

25,000 points after spending $1,000 in 3 months

Key Benefits & Perks

No annual fee
No foreign transaction fees
0% intro APR for 15 months
25K bonus = $250 toward travel
Points never expire

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Students who travel internationally

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