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Capital One · personal · mastercard

Quicksilver Rewards for Students

A no-fee student card with a flat 1.5% and a small welcome bonus — a simple, honest way for students to build credit while earning.

Current public offer

$100 cash bonus (limited-time) after $300 spend in 3 months — as of 2026-07-01

Fees & fine print

  • Annual fee: $0
  • Suggested credit: Fair / Average (580+)
  • No foreign transaction fee ✓

Earning

  • 1.5% cash back on every purchase

Informational only — not financial advice. Offers change; verify all terms with the issuer before applying.