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MTA Student Discount
Last Updated: June 24, 2026
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Students can access MTA benefits through a school-issued Student OMNY Card.
How to Claim Student OMNY Card (MTA)
Eligible students receive a Student OMNY Card, which provides up to 4 free rides per day, including subway and bus transfers, valid all day, every day, throughout the school year and summer.
To get the benefit, students must request the Student OMNY Card through their school, as it is distributed exclusively by the school system in coordination with NYC Public Schools.
How to Verify Eligibility
- Request the card through your school administration
- Eligibility is confirmed by your school (not MTA directly)
- Card is issued only to enrolled students through school distribution
- Replacement or support is also handled via your school
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