Hulu Student Plan: Pay $1.99/Month With April's Student Discount

Listen, college is expensive. There are tuition, books, and housing costs, let alone having anything left over for food or entertainment. That's why so many companies offer student discounts, serving a huge audience with massive streaming habits.

Hulu is no different. The popular streaming service offers a wide range of content, including TV shows, movies, and original programming. It competes with other platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, and Amazon Prime Video to frequently update content and subscription plans to cater to viewers.

Although many streaming platforms offer discounts to students, the Hulu student discount might be the best deal on the market. At just $1.99 per month, an 80% discount, college students can enjoy shows like Only Murders in the Building and The Handmaid's Tale — and still afford to eat.

Disclaimer: As of February 2025, Hulu shared that a few select programs in its "no ads" plans may now include ads, especially for certain types of content. Review their current ad terms to learn more.

Hulu's Student Discounts & More For April

Disney+, Hulu Bundle with Ads

$10.99/mo.

Get the best of Hulu and Disney+ with this 2025 bundle. You'll save 44% over subscribing to the two services separately and can conveniently watch select Hulu content in the Disney+ app.

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Disney+, Hulu Bundle Ad-Free

$19.99/mo.

If you just can't bear to have ads, opt for this Disney+ and Hulu 2025 bundle! You'll be charged $19.99 per month, but that's still a savings of 42% over buying each of these services separately. You'll be able to enjoy select Hulu content in the Disney+ app and also be able to download content to watch offline. Note that ads will be served in select live and linear content, but overall it'll still be far less than the ad-supported tier.

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Disney+, Hulu Bundle Subscription

From $10.99

Curious about all the content you can stream with Hulu and Disney+? Bundle the two services together to save up to 44% compared to subscribing separately. Stream all your favorites with this 2025 deal, whether you prefer the latest dramas, highly-rated original series, or any other genre. Opt for the ad-supported bundle at $10.99 per month for a more affordable price, but you can also spring for ad-free streaming for just $19.99 per month.

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Hulu Student Discount Deal

$1.99 / mo.

Students get 75% off the monthly price of the Hulu (With Ads) plan in 2025 as long as their student status remains verified through SheerID. Once they're no longer college students, the monthly cost is $7.99, or whatever the then-current price is. Cancellation is allowed at any time.

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Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ Bundle

Trio Basic for $17/mo., Premium for $27/mo.

If you want to get everything Disney+ and Hulu has to offer, plus sports with ESPN+, then the Trio bundle is the way to go in 2025! You'll save up to 46% off compared to buying the three services separately, and with Basic you'll also get the ability to watch select Hulu content in the Disney+ app. If you opt for Premium, though, you'll get that, plus ad-free streaming on Disney+ and Hulu and the ability to download select titles to watch offline.

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Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle

From $17

Get Disney+, Hulu, and Max bundled together in 2025. At the ad-free tier, you'll be saving 42% per month compared to paying for the services separately. Alternatively, the basic bundle is a savings of 43% per month in comparison. The Trio plan options, which include ESPN+ instead of Max, start from $17/month, and the Duo plans with Disney+ and Hulu start at $11/month.

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Hulu + Live TV Ad-Supported Streaming Subscription

Free 3-Day Trial

Give the Hulu + Live TV streaming service a try and check out everything it has to offer for three days; since the trial period is so short, it's best to plan your trial wisely to get the most out of it. You'll get Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+ all with ads, plus unlimited DVR, among other perks. Once your three day trial is done, you'll be charged at the then-current rate of $82.99 per month for the service, so if you aren't sold on it, be sure to cancel before you're charged.

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Hulu + Live TV Ad-Free Streaming Subscription

$95.99/mo.

Get access to more than 95 live TV channels as well as ad-free Hulu and Disney+ with this bundle. You'll also have access to ESPN+, but unfortunately it comes with ads, so you won't get everything ad-free. You also won't get a three-day trial with this plan, unlike the ad-supported one, so you'll need to commit to at least a month of the service at this price to try it out. The good news is you'll get plenty of perks to explore and cancellation is easy, so if you aren't sold after a month, you can drop your subscription without any hassle.

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Other Streaming Discounts

Paramount+ Student Discount

50% off any plan

Students who want to go all-in on Paramount+ can get 50% off any plan for a whole year with this 2025 deal. New and returning student subscribers should be eligible, but you'll have to verify your student status either way with SheerID. Note that after a year, your subscription will auto-renew at the regular price (currently plans start at $7.99 per month or $119.99 per year) unless you cancel, so set a reminder when you sign up so you don't get hit with an unexpected charge!

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How Can I Get a Hulu Student Discount This April?

Students can take advantage of Hulu's student discount, which offers the Hulu (With Ads) plan for just $1.99/month. New and existing Hulu subscribers enrolled in an accredited college or university qualify for the discount and must verify their enrollment through SheerID. The student discount remains valid as long as enrollment status is verified.

Here's how to make the most of it:

• Eligibility: Ensure you are enrolled at a U.S. Title IV accredited college or university (which means the school is eligible to participate in federal student financial aid programs).
• Sign Up: Visit hulu.com/student to create your account.

• Verification: Use SheerID to verify your student status.

• Pay and Confirm: Add your billing information, confirm payment, and you're good to go.

The Hulu (with ads) monthly subscription normally costs $9.99. With the 80% student discount, the price tag drops to a mere $1.99 per month. However, the discount is sadly only available for the ad-supported plan — so be aware if you have an exceptionally strong aversion to commercial interruption. Otherwise, $2 a month for the entire Hulu library is very much what we would call DealNews.

How Much Does Hulu Cost in 2025?

The Hulu student discount is by far the cheapest way to watch Hulu content. If you're looking to add more content to your streaming experience, subscribers can purchase and bundle other services together.

In fact, the Hulu + Spotify Premium Student package pairs two student discounts together. Enjoy Spotify Premium (no ads) and Hulu (with ads) for free for the first month, then just $5.99 monthly after. Sports fans and Disney enthusiasts can further fill their needs with a Disney Plus Bundle, which adds ESPN Plus and Disney Plus.

In addition to adding nearly 100 live TV channels, Hulu subscribers can also access content from Max, Paramount Plus, and other premium networks.

Note: Pricing may vary by country, and add-on availability might differ based on regional content agreements.

Which Hulu Membership Packages Have Ads?

Each level of Hulu's plans come with an ad-supported or an ad-free option, allowing users to tailor their viewing experience to match their budget. Hulu's ad-supported plans include commercial breaks, similar to other platforms like Peacock and Paramount Plus.

Student discounts only cover ad-supported plans, while users will pay a premium to remove ads.

However, be aware that even the ad-free Disney Plus or Hulu + Live TV bundles will have select advertising breaks during live events. As mentioned above in our disclaimer, as of February 2025, Hulu shared that a few select programs in its "no ads" plans may now include ads, especially for certain types of content.

Comparing This Year's Streaming Alternatives

With such a competitive streaming market, how does the Hulu student discount compare to other platforms? Here's our analysis of other deals students can find.

We obviously love the Hulu discount, which offers an unbeatable price of $1.99/month. We know the advertising breaks might not be ideal, but students will be hard-pressed to find a low-cost plan that isn't supported by ads.

Peacock's $2.99/month student discount is the most competitive for option for thrifty students, but its catalog may not be quite as extensive.

Services like Paramount Plus, Apple TV Plus, and Max similarly include somewhat limited (yet specialized) content when compared with Hulu, but the rates around $5 or more per month don't make as much sense.

Amazon Prime combines an attractive streaming platform with additional student perks like deals on shopping and shipping — and a six-month free trial. Just be prepared to spend a little more.

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What Did Hulu Student Discounts Look Like Previously?

Throughout the years, Hulu has consistently offered the ad-supported plan at a discounted rate of $1.99/month for students. While the rate stays the same, the discount continues to grow as the base prices rise every year or two. With the 25% price increase on Hulu's basic package in 2024 (from $7.99 to $9.99 per month), the student discount jumped from 75% to 80% off.

The eligibility criteria and verification process have remained largely consistent, as well, focusing on SheerID verification for U.S.-based college students

When is the Best Time to Save on Hulu?

Hulu offers discounts throughout the year, especially during Black Friday, after Christmas, and early fall through back-to-school promotions. Historically, back-to-school discounts have been significant for college students, while middle and high school students can benefit from general sales. For more details on seasonal sales, explore back-to-school sales and Black Friday streaming deals.

Is Hulu Worth It For Students?

To us former students, Hulu is absolutely a worthwhile investment in 2025, especially when combined with DealNews' consistent ability to provide users with discounted prices. The platform stands out due to its vast content library, including popular shows and movies like The Kardashians, Family Guy, and The Handmaid's Tale. The student discount is the best you'll find in the industry.

Hulu provides access to major networks such as ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, and more, giving subscribers access to a wide array of television shows and live events. For sports enthusiasts, ESPN+ offers extensive coverage of live sports without much more investment.

Like competitors, the platform also boasts award-winning exclusive original content. The Handmaid's Tale recently released a trailer announcing its return to Hulu in April 2025 for the final season. Hulu also renewed critically-acclaimed series Only Murders in the Building in late 2024, setting the stage for a strong 2025.

Hulu has announced several upcoming original series and exclusive movie releases scheduled for 2025. These include highly anticipated titles like The Dropout: The Final Chapter and a new season of Little Fires Everywhere. Subscribers will also continue to enjoy live streaming of major events, including award shows and sporting events, through Hulu + Live TV.

Subscribers can further enhance their viewing experience with add-ons like HBO Max, Showtime, and Cinemax, available for an additional fee.

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