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Disney Plus Student Discount: Subscriptions Over 60% Off in September 2026

College students can now get Disney Plus bundled with Hulu for just $6.49 a month — learn how to claim the massive student discount and other hacks to cut your streaming costs.
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While Back to School sales offer chances to save on standard supplies, clothing, and even electronics, these events aren't the only deal opportunities you should be watching for. Students are hard-pressed for affordable entertainment options, and saving on things like a Hulu subscription can help ensure you're able to watch TV shows and movies without having to spend a fortune. But what about other services? Can you get a student discount on Disney Plus, which can be bundled with Hulu and other streaming options?

While Disney Plus didn't always offer direct student savings in the past, the landscape has changed for 2026! The good news is that eligible students can now enjoy the magic of Disney Plus without breaking the bank, primarily by bundling Disney Plus with other streaming options for massive discounts. Keep reading to find out how you can maximize your savings this month.

What Disney Plus Student Discounts Are Available This August?

Disney+ Subscription Student Discount

15% off

Sign up for a subscription through Student Beans and enter a valid student email address get 15% off a 12-month Disney+ subscription. This Disney+ offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu Premium Bundle 6-Month Streaming Deal

52% off for 6 months

Sign up for the Disney+ Hulu Premium bundle now and you'll save 52% on the cost of subscribing to each service separately for the next 6 months. That means paying just $17.99 per month for 6 months and enjoying everything the two services have to offer. Plus, you'll be able to watch select Hulu content in the Disney+ app, watch movies and series without ad breaks, and downloads your favorites to watch offline. Note that after 6 months, your subscription will automatically renew at the then-current monthly rate ($19.99 per month at the time of publishing). This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu Bundle 6-Month Streaming Deal

50% off for 6 months

Take advantage of this deal to get the Disney+, Hulu Bundle at $11.99 per month for 6 months. You'll save 50% off the regular monthly price of each service by doing so and have 6 months to explore everything both services have to offer. Note that when the 6-month period is up, your plan will automatically renew at the then-current monthly rate ($12.99 per month at the time of publishing). While you can enjoy a variety of classic shows, blockbuster movies, and highly-rated originals with this plan, if you want to go ad-free, you'll need to spring for the Disney+ Hulu Premium Bundle for $6 more per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Ad-Supported Bundle Streaming Deal

45% off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Ad-Supported bundle and you'll get everything Disney+ (with ad), Hulu (with ads), and ESPN Select (with ads) has to offer for $19.99 per month - that's 45% less than the $36.97 you'd pay subscribing to each service separately, with no promo code needed. If you want to go ad-free on any of the services, you'll need to spring for the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Premium bundle for $29.99 per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu HBO Max Ad-Supported Bundle Streaming Deal

42% off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu HBO Max ad-supported bundle for just $19.99 per month and you'll save 42% over the typical $35 monthly cost you'd spend subscribing to each service separately - no promo code needed. You'll be able to enjoy everything Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max has to offer including select Hulu content in the Disney+ app and select HBO Max content in the Hulu app. If you want to go ad-free and enjoy offline viewing, you'll need to opt for the Disney+ Hulu HBO Max ad-free bundle for $32.99 per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Premium Ad-Free Bundle Streaming Deal

41% off

Subscribe to Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Premium bundle and you'll get Disney+ (no ads), Hulu (no ads), and ESPN Select (with ads) for just $29.99 per month. That's 41% less than the $50.97 you pay to subscribe to each service separately, no promo code needed. Note that you'll still see some ads served with select Disney+ and Hulu content, but most ads for those two services should be eliminated with this plan. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu HBO Max Ad-Free Bundle Streaming Deal

41% off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu HBO Max ad-free bundle for $32.99 per month and you'll save 41% compared to the $56.47 you'd spend subscribing to each service separately, with no promo code needed. Enjoy all your streaming favorites from Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max as well as movies and series ad-free, and offline viewing. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Premium Ad-Free Bundle Streaming Deal

33% off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Premium bundle for $44.99 per month and you'll save 33% compared to the $67.97 you'd spend on separate subscriptions for these services, no promo code needed. You'll receive Disney+ (no ads), Hulu (no ads), and ESPN Unlimited (with ads) with this subscription. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Ad-Supported Bundle Streaming Deal

33% off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited ad-supported bundle for $35.99 per month and you'll save 33% on the $53.97 you'd pay subscribing to each service separately, no promo code needed. You'll get Disney+ (with ads), Hulu (with ads), and ESPN Unlimited (with ads) with this tier. If you want any of these services ad-free, you'll need to spring for the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Premium bundle for $44.99 per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu HBO Max Ad-Free Bundle Streaming Deal

$24 off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu HBO Max ad-free bundle for $32.99 per month and you'll save $24 compared to the $56.47 you'd spend subscribing to each service separately, with no promo code needed. Enjoy all your streaming favorites from Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max as well as movies and series ad-free, and offline viewing. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Premium Ad-Free Bundle Streaming Deal

$23 off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Premium bundle for $44.99 per month and you'll save $23 compared to the $67.97 you'd spend on separate subscriptions for these services, no promo code needed. You'll receive Disney+ (no ads), Hulu (no ads), and ESPN Unlimited (with ads) with this subscription. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Premium Ad-Free Bundle Streaming Deal

$21 off

Subscribe to Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Premium bundle and you'll get Disney+ (no ads), Hulu (no ads), and ESPN Select (with ads) for just $29.99 per month. That's $21 less than the $50.97 you pay to subscribe to each service separately, no promo code needed. Note that you'll still see some ads served with select Disney+ and Hulu content, but most ads for those two services should be eliminated with this plan. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu Premium Ad-Free Bundle Streaming Deal

$19 off for 6 months

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu Premium bundle for just $17.99 per month for 6 months and stream all your favorite Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, Nat Geo, Hulu Originals, FX, and more - no promo code needed. You'll also be able to stream movies and series without ad breaks, and download select items for offline viewing. Note that after 6 months, your subscription will automatically renew at the then-current monthly rate ($19.99 per month at the time of publishing) unless you cancel. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Ad-Supported Bundle Streaming Deal

$18 off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited ad-supported bundle for $35.99 per month and you'll save $18 off the $53.97 you'd pay subscribing to each service separately, no promo code needed. You'll get Disney+ (with ads), Hulu (with ads), and ESPN Unlimited (with ads) with this tier. If you want any of these services ad-free, you'll need to spring for the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Unlimited Premium bundle for $44.99 per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Ad-Supported Bundle Streaming Deal

$17 off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Ad-Supported bundle and you'll get everything Disney+ (with ad), Hulu (with ads), and ESPN Select (with ads) has to offer for $19.99 per month - that's $17 less than the $36.97 you'd pay subscribing to each service separately, with no promo code needed. If you want to go ad-free on any of the services, you'll need to spring for the Disney+ Hulu ESPN Select Premium bundle for $29.99 per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu HBO Max Ad-Supported Bundle Streaming Deal

$15 off

Subscribe to the Disney+ Hulu HBO Max ad-supported bundle for just $19.99 per month and you'll save $15 over the typical $35 monthly cost you'd spend subscribing to each service separately - no promo code needed. You'll be able to enjoy everything Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max has to offer including select Hulu content in the Disney+ app and select HBO Max content in the Hulu app. If you want to go ad-free and enjoy offline viewing, you'll need to opt for the Disney+ Hulu HBO Max ad-free bundle for $32.99 per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Hulu Ad-Supported Bundle Streaming Deal

$12 off for 6 months

The Disney+, Hulu Bundle starts at $11.99/mo. for 6 months, $12 less compared to subscribing to each service separately, with no promo code needed. Note that after 6 months, your subscription will automatically renew at the then-current monthly rate ($12.99 per month at the time of publishing) unless you cancel. This bundle allows you to watch Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and Nat Geo programs with Disney+ and Hulu Originals, FX, and more with Hulu. If you want to go ad-free, you'll need to spring for the Disney+ Hulu Premium bundle for $19.99 per month. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Disney+ Perks Summer Fridays

New offers every Friday

Every Friday at 9am PT this Summer, Disney+ subscribers can avail of a range of new perks (rewards, discounts, sweepstakes, experiences, movie offers, etc.) Be sure to check back as some deals are available for a limited time only. A couple of examples:$10 Fandango code to see Moana in cinemaFree small popcorn when you see Toy Story 5

Disney+ Perks

6 months of DashPass + more

If you have a Disney+ account (or perhaps don't, see here for signup), some of these perks may be of interest to you. (You'll need to specifically enroll in the Perks program).6 months of DoorDash DashPass3 months of Spotify Premium6 months of Calm Premium3 months of Kroger Boostand more, including competitions

Kroger Boost 3-Month Membership

Free w/ Disney+ subscription

Get a free Kroger Boost 3-Month Membership with an active Disney+ subscription. The membership includes 2X fuel points, unlimited free delivery, and exclusive savings. Other exclusions may apply. This offer ends December 31, 2026.

D23 Gold Membership

Free w/ Disney+ subscription

For a limited time, get access to a complimentary D23 Gold Membership. The membership includes special events, exclusive discounts, and more. This offer is valid for persons aged 18 years or older who are active Disney+ subscribers with an active Disney+ Perks membership, and who are not current D23 Gold Members. This deal ends December 31, 2026.

Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration

Chance to win w/ Disney+ subscription

Get a chance to win a vacation for a party of up to 4 to the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration with an active Disney+ subscription. Travel dates are April 28, 2026 to January 7, 2027. This offer ends December 31, 2026.

Other Top Student Discounts

Hulu Student Discount Deal

$1.99/mo.

Students get 83% off the monthly price of the Hulu (With Ads) plan in 2026 as long as their student status remains verified through SheerID. Once they're no longer college students, the monthly cost is $12.99, or whatever the then-current price is. Cancellation is allowed at any time. This offer ends December 31, 2026.

Paramount+ Student Discount

50% off All Plans

New and returning students can sign up for Paramount+ and get 50% off any plan with this student discount. That means snagging the Paramount+ Essential plan for just $4.49 per month or $45 per year. If you want Paramount+ Premium, you'll pay $7 per month or $70 per year. Note that you'll have to verify your status with SheerID, but once you do it's smooth sailing for 12 months. After that, your plan will automatically renew at the then-current price, although you can verify your status again to keep the student discount going for another year. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

Uber One Student Discount

Free 4-week trial + 50% off

Qualifying students can sign up for Uber One and get 4 weeks for free to try out all the perks the service offers in 2026. Even better, after that, students can keep the service for just $4.99 per month - that's a 50% discount off the regular price. This offer is valid through December 31, 2026.

For U.S. college students, the absolute best way to save is through the official Disney Plus and Hulu Student Bundle. Eligible students can get both ad-supported services for just $6.49 a month while enrolled. That is a massive 50% savings compared to the regular $12.99 monthly price of the bundle! To qualify, you must be 18 or older and currently enrolled at an accredited U.S. university or post-secondary institution. Your student status will be securely verified through SheerID during sign-up on the Disney Plus Student Discount Page or via the Hulu Student Page.

If you live outside the U.S. or are looking for different types of plans, Disney Plus also offers regional student savings—such as 15% off annual plans or select promotional rates. Keep in mind that direct UNiDAYS listings vary by country and may cycle off compared to direct SheerID verification deals. At the time of publication, some international or promotional new users could get 15% off a 12-month Disney Plus subscription via UNiDAYS.

How to Get the Discount

  1. Visit UNiDAYS.

  2. Create an account or log in.

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  3. Verify your student status.

  4. Search for "Disney Plus" and activate the deal.

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Please note: Since these specific standalone offers aren't always directly from Disney Plus, your success rate may be hit-or-miss depending on your region. As far as eligibility, students must be over the age of 18, currently enrolled in a college or university, and have a valid .edu email address or proof of enrollment.

Disney Plus Pricing Before and After Discount

The student discount is primarily available through bundled packages which offer significant savings over standalone plans.

Package

Regular Price

Student Discounted Price

Country Variations

Disney Plus, Hulu Bundle (With Ads)

$12.99

$6.49

US Only

Disney Plus (Monthly)

$7.99 to $9.99

$6.79 (15% off annual)

Varies by country

Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN Plus Bundle

$14.99

$11.89 (15% off annual)

Varies by country

Note: Disney Plus' standalone pricing for regular users is currently $9.99 per month for the ad-supported plan, and the ad-free option is $15.99 per month.

What About Disney Plus Student Bundles?

The official Disney Plus and Hulu Student Bundle is the gold standard for college deals right now. You get both services (with ads) for $6.49/month, saving you 50% off standard pricing. Just remember that you must re-verify your student status every 12 months to keep the discounted rate active.

Other Ways Students Can Save This Month

Finding alternative streaming discounts doesn't have to be a hassle if you know where to look. By taking advantage of bundled packages, household sharing, or carrier perks, students can easily keep their entertainment budgets intact all semester long.

Check Phone and Internet Plans

Look into mobile and internet providers like Verizon, which often include streaming perks or discounted bundle add-ons for their data plans. Sometimes, the cost of a Disney Plus subscription is entirely covered by your cellular provider as a monthly account perk.

Share with Roommates

If you don't want to manage a subscription yourself, split a standard household plan legally with people living in your exact same apartment or dorm. Sharing the cost of an ad-free tier among three roommates can bring your personal monthly cost down significantly.

Opt for a Broader Disney Plus Bundle

Do you have a little more wiggle room in your budget? Then you can opt for a larger Disney Plus and Hulu bundle. A Disney Plus, Hulu, and Max bundle is available, too, having launched during the summer of 2024. A with-ads version of the bundle costs $16.99 monthly, which is a 43% savings versus the price you'd pay every month for each service individually. A no-ads version is available as well, costing $29.99 a month, saving you 42% compared to the regular monthly prices.

Everything Else to Know About Disney Plus Student Discounts in 2026

Navigating the fine print of student promotions can help you avoid unexpected charges when your subscription renews. From understanding commercial breaks to tracking the best seasonal deals, here are the final details you need to know.

Which Disney Plus Membership Packages Have Ads?

Disney Plus standalone subscriptions are ad-supported or ad-free depending on which you choose. The $6.49/month student bundle specifically pairs the ad-supported Disney Plus tier with the ad-supported Hulu tier. Additionally, bundles like the Disney Plus, Hulu, HBO Max Bundle (With Ads), and Disney Plus, Hulu, ESPN packages also contain commercial breaks during standard on-demand shows. Keep in mind that even if you upgrade to an ad-free tier, select live and linear programming will still inherently carry commercials.

When Is the Best Time to Save on Disney Plus?

Discounts tend to align with back-to-school seasons, major holidays, and spring promotional events. Students should look out for Black Friday and Cyber Monday in November, which is historically the most reliable time of year for major promotional sign-up discounts on ad-supported tiers. Disney also occasionally runs limited-time spring flash sales (like a multi-month discount in March) where you can secure steep markdowns for a few months.

Are Student Discounts Stackable?

Generally, student discounts verified through platforms like UNiDAYS, Student Beans, or SheerID are not stackable with other Disney Plus promotional offers. If you try to sign up for a flash promotion through Disney Plus, you might forfeit your ongoing student pricing.

Does the Discount Expire?

Yes, Disney Plus student discounts require periodic re-verification to remain active. For the official $6.49/month bundle, you must re-verify your college student status through SheerID every 12 months. If you run into issues verifying your college enrollment or managing your renewal, you can always reach out to the Disney Plus Help Center or contact support for direct assistance. You can also check their official FAQs for more details on managing your subscription.

What Else to Consider About Disney Plus in 2026

Before locking in your student streaming plan, consider how your viewing habits align with the bundle restrictions. Because the $6.49 student deal relies on the ad-supported tiers of both Hulu and Disney Plus, binge-watchers who are highly sensitive to commercial interruptions might find more value in splitting a premium, ad-free household plan with dorm roommates instead. Always evaluate how much time you actually spend streaming versus studying to ensure you're getting the most out of your monthly subscription fee.

Additionally, always stay mindful of your renewal dates. Student status verifications expire annually, and if you graduate or forget to re-verify via SheerID, your plan will automatically roll over into standard pricing. Be sure to read the terms and conditions so you know exactly when your promotional pricing ends and when you might be billed at the standard rate.

How We Find and Verify Disney Plus Student Offers

We don't rely on algorithms to uncover the best streaming deals; our dedicated team manually investigates every Disney Plus subscription offer and bundle. By treating deal-hunting as an intense editorial process, we parse through the fine print to guarantee the savings we promote provide genuine value to college students on a budget.

Because advertised streaming discounts often restrict access to specific service tiers, our verification goes deep. Our retail experts actively evaluate enrollment requirements and checkout procedures firsthand to confirm real-world utility. For example, Senior Editor Julie Ramhold manually assessed the SheerID verification loop for the new $6.49 Disney Plus and Hulu Student Bundle, confirming the exact enrollment documentation needed for students to secure the 50% price drop without encountering hidden fees.

To ensure you never face a rejected verification or an invalid bundle rate, our testing process includes:

  • Daily Audits and Verified Pricing: Content Editor Jason Savage regularly cross-references current Disney Plus subscription rates against historical data. When he tracked Disney's recent Black Friday streaming promotions—which offered standard ad-supported plans for just a few dollars a month—Jason verified that the discounts accurately applied to the standalone accounts and provided better short-term savings than standard student bundles.

  • Monitoring Official Channels: We track partner promotions, internet provider perks, and cash back portals to capture hidden bundle incentives before they hit public forums.

  • Deciphering the Fine Print: We read the legal disclosures so you don't have to. If a discounted bundle requires you to watch ad-supported content or mandates an annual SheerID reverification, we highlight it upfront.

  • Real-Time Competitor Tracking: Sometimes the best entertainment deal isn't direct from Disney. We instantly compare prices across service providers like Verizon to ensure the bundle we post is genuinely the lowest price available.

  • Editorial Independence: While we may earn a commission when you save using our links, our verification is entirely independent. If a student discount or streaming bundle doesn't actively verify correctly, it doesn't make the cut—period.

Stay Updated on the Latest Disney Plus Deals

Disney Plus is always releasing new promotional rates, exclusive bundles, and limited-time discounts—sometimes with little warning. To make sure you never miss out on the best ways to save on your streaming entertainment:

  • Bookmark this page: We regularly update our list of verified Disney Plus discounts and bundle deals, so check back before every semester.

  • Sign up for deal alerts: Subscribe to our DealNews Select newsletter to get the hottest streaming discounts delivered straight to your inbox.

  • Set a custom deal alert: Create a personalized deal alert for Disney Plus or your favorite streaming services and receive instant notifications when a new promo goes live.

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Staying proactive is the best way to maximize your streaming savings all year long!

Senior Editors

A merging of our Streaming Services roundup writers into a singular, binge-watching, channel-surfing organism of expertise. Come for the convenient consolidation of promotions, promo codes, and free trials on top entertainment platforms like Disney Plus, YouTube TV, and Hulu—plus live sports streaming passes for the NFL, UFC, and beyond—stay for the rapid descent into absolute nonsense. Curated and manually verified by seasoned DealNews leaders Julie Ramhold and Jason Savage.

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