College & University Student Reduced Fares

Calling all Eagles, Bulldogs, Bigfoots and Cougars!

College students in Spokane enjoy convenient access to STA for free or at a reduced cost.

A group of people board a blue and green public bus at a bus stop on a sunny day, many clutching their STA Student Passes.

Institutions Offering Free Fares

Eastern Washington University (EWU): Faculty, staff and students can use their EagleCard as valid fare on all STA bus routes.

Gonzaga University: Gonzaga and WWAMI students, faculty and staff can use their ZAGCARD as valid fare on all STA bus routes. 

Whitworth University: Students can pick up a Whitworth bus pass for unlimited rides.

Washington State University (WSU) Spokane: WSU students, faculty and staff at the WSU Spokane campus can use their CougarCard as valid fare on all STA bus routes. 

Institutions Offering Discounted Fares

Community Colleges of Spokane: Some SCC and SFCC students ride for free with their CCS Student ID. Others can buy a quarterly bus pass for $22. 

Other Institutions: We offer a 20% discount on fares for students enrolled in educational or training programs, such as vocational training, apprenticeships, or any post-high school courses. See our Reduced Fares page for more information. 

For the most up-to-date information about your college & university’s fare policy, contact your educational institution.

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