Disney Plus raised its prices in October 2025 — Basic (with ads) now costs $11.99/month, and Premium (no ads) is $18.99/month. For students, that is a real chunk of a limited budget.
The good news: Disney does not have a direct student discount on its website, but students can get meaningful savings through two main routes. The biggest deal right now: Disney Plus and Hulu bundled together for $4.99/month for 3 months through Student Beans — valid through December 31, 2026 for new and returning subscribers.
Here are all the ways students can save on Disney Plus in 2026, how to claim each one, and what the fine print actually says.
Disney Plus Student Deals: Quick Overview
| Deal | Price | How to Get It |
| Disney+ + Hulu Bundle — 3 months | $4.99/month (then $12.99/mo) | Student Beans — verify student status |
| 15% off annual Disney+ Basic | $67.99/year (was $79.99) | Student Beans or UNiDAYS — annual plan only |
| Hulu student plan + Disney+ add-on | ~$3.99/month total | Hulu student plan + $2/mo Disney+ add-on |
| Disney+ B discount (Cast Member) | Varies | Disney employees/cast members only — not public |
| Teacher discount | 15% off annual | Student Beans / UNiDAYS — educator verification |
Best Deal: $4.99/Month for Disney+ and Hulu Bundle (Student Beans)
The highest-value current student deal is Disney Plus and Hulu bundled together for $4.99 per month for three months, available through Student Beans. This deal is valid for new and returning subscribers with no current active Disney+, Hulu, or ESPN+ plan, and runs through December 31, 2026.
What you get: the ad-supported Disney Plus and Hulu Bundle (With Ads) at $4.99/month for the first three months — a saving of $8/month off the standard $12.99/month price. After three months, the plan automatically renews at $12.99/month unless you cancel.
How to claim:
- Go to Student Beans and verify your student status with your school email address
- Once verified, access the Disney+ student offer through the Student Beans portal
- You will be redirected to Disney’s education store to complete signup
The current Student Beans Disney Plus offer is at studentbeans.com/student-discount/us/disney — verify your student status there to unlock the deal.
15% Off Annual Disney+ Plan Through Student Beans or UNiDAYS
For students who want a longer commitment at a lower monthly rate, the 15% annual discount through Student Beans or UNiDAYS gives you 12 months of Disney Plus Basic (ad-supported) for the price of about 10 months.
Standard annual price for Disney+ Basic: $79.99/year. With 15% student discount: approximately $67.99/year — saving about $12 versus the standard annual price, and around $15 compared to paying $11.99/month for a year.
How to claim:
- Visit Student Beans or UNiDAYS and create/login to your account
- Verify your enrollment at an accredited college or university using your student email
- Find the Disney Plus 15% annual discount and click through to Disney’s education store
- Complete the subscription at the discounted price
Important limitations: the 15% discount applies to the annual Disney Plus Basic plan only — not Premium (no ads). It is available to students enrolled at accredited colleges and universities. High school students typically do not qualify.
Hulu Student Plan + Disney+ Add-On: The Budget Option
If you are on an extremely tight budget, there is an alternative route that works out even cheaper. Hulu offers a genuine student plan at $1.99/month (ad-supported) for eligible college students verified through UNiDAYS. Once on the Hulu student plan, you can add Disney Plus as a $2/month add-on.
Total cost: approximately $3.99/month for both Hulu and Disney Plus with ads. That is the lowest monthly price available for Disney Plus access as a student in the US — significantly cheaper than any other route.
The catch: Hulu’s student pricing requires annual re-verification of your student status, and the Disney+ add-on pricing is subject to change. This combination also does not include ESPN+.
Does Disney Plus Have a Teacher or Educator Discount?
Yes — teachers and educators can access the same 15% annual discount available to students, through Student Beans and UNiDAYS. Educator verification typically requires a school email address or documentation of employment at an accredited educational institution. The discount applies to the annual Disney Plus Basic (ad-supported) plan.
What Is the Disney B Discount?
The ‘Disney B discount’ that appears in searches refers to a Cast Member discount available to Disney Parks and Disney corporate employees — not to the general public. Cast Members receive discounted or free Disney Plus access as part of their employee benefits package. This is an internal employee perk and cannot be accessed by non-employees.
Disney Plus Current Prices (2026)
| Plan | Monthly Price | Annual Price |
| Disney+ Basic (with ads) | $11.99/month | $79.99/year |
| Disney+ Premium (no ads) | $18.99/month | $189.99/year |
| Disney+ and Hulu Bundle (with ads) | $12.99/month | Not available annually |
| Disney+ Hulu ESPN+ Trio (with ads) | $14.99/month | Not available annually |
| Student: Disney+ + Hulu 3-month deal | $4.99/month (first 3 months) | Via Student Beans only |
| Student: 15% off annual Basic | ~$67.99/year | Via Student Beans / UNiDAYS |
Note: Disney Plus raised prices effective October 21, 2025 — Basic went from $9.99 to $11.99/month, and Premium from $15.99 to $18.99/month. These are the current 2026 prices.
How to Cancel Disney Plus
If you signed up for the $4.99/month introductory deal and want to cancel before the standard price kicks in at month 4, here is how to do it:
- Go to disneyplus.com and sign in
- Click your profile icon → Account
- Scroll to Subscription and click Cancel Subscription
- Follow the prompts to confirm cancellation
Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period — you keep access until the period ends. Important: if you cancel Hulu separately but have a Disney Plus add-on, canceling Hulu may affect your Disney Plus access. If you signed up as a bundle, cancel the bundle, not just one component.
If Disney Plus is not working properly on your device, see our guide on fixing Disney Plus not working on Firestick and all streaming devices for common fixes.
Why Is Disney Plus Charging Me Again?
If you are seeing an unexpected Disney Plus charge, the most common causes are:
- Your introductory student pricing period ended and the subscription auto-renewed at the standard rate — check your Disney account’s billing page to confirm
- You have a Disney Plus subscription through multiple routes (direct Disney and through a bundle) — check both your Disney account and your Apple/Google Play billing for duplicate charges
- Your Disney Plus subscription lapsed and restarted — Disney occasionally runs re-subscription prompts that look like errors but are actually subscription renewal flows
To review all active Disney Plus charges and manage your subscription, log in at disneyplus.com/account — your full billing history and plan details are visible there.
Other Ways to Save on Disney Plus
Annual Plan Saves vs Monthly
Even without the student discount, choosing the annual Disney Plus Basic plan at $79.99/year saves approximately $15 compared to paying $11.99/month for 12 months. If you are confident you will use Disney Plus for at least 7 months, the annual plan saves money.
Rakuten / Cashback
Rakuten (formerly Ebates) occasionally offers cashback on Disney Plus subscriptions when you sign up through their portal. The discount varies but has historically been 5-15% cash back on the first subscription payment. Check Rakuten before subscribing directly.
Black Friday / Holiday Deals
Disney Plus has offered significant promotional pricing during Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and other holiday periods. In 2025, a 4-month Disney Plus and Hulu bundle was available for $2.99/month. Similar deals are likely in late 2026 — if your current subscription renews before then, consider timing a new subscription or re-subscription to coincide with Black Friday.
Carrier Bundles
Some mobile carriers include Disney Plus in their unlimited plans. Check with your carrier — T-Mobile has historically bundled Disney Plus with certain plans, and Verizon and AT&T have offered promotions including streaming service credits. If you are already paying for a carrier plan, you may already have a Disney Plus benefit you are not using.
Bottom Line
| ✅ Best student deal | $4.99/mo for 3 months (Disney+ + Hulu) via Student Beans — valid through Dec 31, 2026 |
| ✅ Annual discount | 15% off annual Disney+ Basic (~$67.99/year) via Student Beans / UNiDAYS |
| ✅ Cheapest option | Hulu student plan ($1.99/mo) + Disney+ add-on ($2/mo) = ~$3.99/month total |
| ✅ Teacher discount? | Yes — same 15% annual discount, educator verification via Student Beans |
| ✅ B discount? | Disney Cast Member employee perk only — not available to public |
| ✅ Current standard price | $11.99/mo (Basic with ads) or $18.99/mo (Premium no ads) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Disney Plus have a student discount?
Disney Plus does not offer a direct student discount on its website. However, students can get 15% off an annual Disney Plus Basic (ad-supported) plan through Student Beans or UNiDAYS, or access a $4.99/month for 3 months deal on the Disney Plus and Hulu bundle through Student Beans — valid through December 31, 2026.
How much is Disney Plus with a student discount?
With the 15% annual discount via Student Beans: approximately $67.99/year for Disney Plus Basic (down from $79.99). With the Student Beans bundle deal: $4.99/month for Disney Plus and Hulu together for the first three months, then $12.99/month after.
How do I get the Disney Plus student discount?
Go to Student Beans or UNiDAYS and verify your student status with your school email address. Once verified, access the Disney Plus offer through their portal — you will be redirected to Disney’s education store to complete signup at the discounted rate.
Is there a Disney Plus teacher discount?
Yes — educators can access the same 15% annual discount available to students through Student Beans and UNiDAYS. Teacher/educator verification requires a school email or employment documentation. The discount applies to annual Disney Plus Basic (ad-supported).
How do I cancel Disney Plus after the student deal ends?
Go to disneyplus.com → sign in → profile icon → Account → Subscription → Cancel Subscription. Cancel before your introductory period ends (at month 3 for the $4.99 deal) to avoid being charged the standard $12.99/month bundle rate. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period.
