Lilah Butler, Car Insurance Writer
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You can get a Mercury good student discount if you have at least a B average. Student drivers can save around 10-15% as long as they are 16-25 years old and a full-time high school or college student. Students can also qualify by being ranked in the top 20% of their class or if they are included in the Dean's List, Honor Roll, or another school list designating scholastic achievement.
Mercury Good Student Discount Requirements
- Under 25 years old
- B average (or a 3.0 GPA, top 20% class rank, or honor roll)
- Full-time high school or college student
Why Mercury Offers a Good Student Discount
Young drivers are usually quite expensive to insure since they lack driving experience. However, Mercury offers a good student discount because having good grades shows the insurer that you are responsible off the road, meaning you’re more likely to be responsible in the driver’s seat as well.
Mercury good student discounts vary by state, but it’s always worth the effort of checking to see if they are available in your location. Check out WalletHub's guide for more information on Mercury discounts.
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