Joe Maring / Android Authority
Summary
- T-Mobile has introduced reduced rates on three unlimited plans specifically for students.
- The lowest plan charges $30 monthly for an Essentials Saver line, reduced from $50.
- These student plans are capped at two lines and might come with fewer device incentives.
Recently, T-Mobile has faced criticism for discontinuing older plans and shifting customers to newer options that may be pricier. However, the company is now offering positive news for students with new discounted plans, reducing the cost of its single Essentials line to just $30 monthly.
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According to reports, T-Mobile’s new Student Perks Savings plans include Experience Beyond, Experience More, and Essentials Saver. The pricing structure stands at $80, $65, or $30 per month for a single line, while two lines cost $130, $110, or $60, respectively.
For those opting for two lines of Experience Beyond, the price drops from $170 to $130 monthly, while the Essentials Saver offers a significant reduction for many, bringing the cost of a single line down to $30 from the previous $50.
There are a couple of limitations to consider. These plans are restricted to two lines and necessitate verification of student status. Additionally, T-Mobile notes that its regular plans typically provide more generous device offers compared to these discounted versions, potentially limiting access to better phone deals.
The plans are currently available, although they are somewhat hidden. On T-Mobile’s plans page, users must navigate down to find the banner for discounts for students, seniors over 55, military personnel, veterans, and first responders, before selecting the student category from the plan filter at the top.
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