I see how Apple has a deal for College students where they have a cheaper price on the MacBooks and offer the airpods free with them. Does Costco offer that deal as well since we are buying an Apple product, too or discount? Does apple ever offer any sort of college student discount in general? Costco does have the two year warranty which will not come with Apple, not sure which one is more valuable.
Costco does not match Apple’s back to school promotion, nor do they have any sort of student pricing, though Costco’s normal prices on Apple products are already discounted.
Apple does have their own year-round discounts for college students, which you can find in their education store. Right now you can also get a free pair of AirPods in addition to Apple’s education pricing, but again that’s exclusive to Apple.
I’m in the same predicament as I’m in the market for a new Mac for college and debating where to get it. Since I don’t need it urgently, I’m debating waiting for Black Friday for hopefully better discounts. The new MacBook Pros just came out like a month ago, but the older 16” Pros are getting discounted $200+ all the time.
From the warranty side, some Citi cards provide extended warranties no matter where you buy your device. Amex’s offerings are also great including their 90 day protection thing. If all else fails, there’s also AppleCare. It’s not too bad when you consider it’s 3 years of coverage—well worth it on such an expensive purchase.
No -- Apple is very strict with their pricing especially with Costco. Sales come and go infrequently for Apple products.
What’s everyone’s opinion on discounts for the MacBook Air? This is my first time ever buying a laptop so I’m trying to get the best deal. The apple education discount is $100 off plus 20% off Apple support and a $150 gift card. Is or can Costco a better deal especially with their return policy and all of that? Thanks!!
I'm thinking of getting a Macbook and I know apple gives a $100 discount at their store and at Best Buy, but I don't know if that also applies to Costco. I know Costco sometimes will have a +$100 discount or so on certain Macs, so if I were to get one when they'd have this promo, would I also be able to get the student discount of $100 or this wouldn't apply?