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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Chase Freedom® Student credit card

► 2023 Review, Application & Rates

"I'd say this one's a solid choice for handling student life expenses. The introductory rates and fees are more than fair, and I like recommending cash-back options to students, who are often looking to save and build credit."
- Toby Sembower,
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BEST OVERALL RATING

★★★★★

4.5

OVERALL RATING

  • $50 Bonus after first purchase made within the first 3 months from account opening
  • Earn 1% cash back on all purchases
  • No annual Fee
  • $20 Good Standing Rewards after each account anniversary for up to 5 years
  • Earn a credit limit increase after making 5 monthly payments on time within 10 months from account opening when meeting credit criteria
  • No minimum to redeem for cash back. Cash Back rewards do not expire as long as your account is open
  • Free credit score with Chase Credit Journey
Intro (Purchases)
Intro (Transfers)
Regular APR
Annual Fee
Credit Needed
N/A
N/A
19.49% Variable
$0
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Interest Rate

Annual Fee

Credit Needed

Our Ratings By Category

Best Overall
(Ranked #77 out of 155)
★★★★★
4.5
Cash Back
(Ranked #47 out of 52)
★★★★
4.0
Good Credit
(Ranked #40 out of 59)
★★★★★
4.5
Student
(Ranked #8 out of 11)
★★★★★
4.6

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