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StudentUniverse

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StudentUniverse Reviews Summary

StudentUniverse generally enjoys a positive reputation for providing affordable travel options, particularly for students and young travelers. Customers frequently commend the competitive pricing and ease of booking, often highlighting significant savings on flights. However, the company faces notable criticism regarding its customer service, particularly during high-demand promotions, where long wait times and difficulties in reaching support representatives are common concerns. Issues with confirmation and communication further detract from the overall experience. While customers appreciate the value offered, enhancing customer service responsiveness could significantly improve satisfaction levels.

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New Jersey
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Great place for booking air fares!
August 11, 2024

StudentUniverse gives more inexpensive flight options than other online services. The booking process is very easy and straight-forward.

Date of experience: August 1, 2024
Texas
1 review
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A bit confusing
August 11, 2024

It is asking for baggage information but quotation was including one checked bag and one carry on, website is not giving me any options but just a statement saying "Choose your bags when you check in with the airline" what is that? And how can I move forward to complete my trip? That is really confusing.

Date of experience: August 1, 2024
New York
1 review
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Why pay extra for a seat?
August 11, 2024

If I am buying a ticket, I expect that covers the price of the seat I will fly in. Duh. Why is there $30 to select the seat. I didn't even pick the "basic" fair...

Date of experience: August 1, 2024
Taylor T. — StudentUniverse Rep
over a year old

Hi, sorry you felt that way. Different airlines have their own policies regarding seat selection and fees. Some may not allow free seat selection prior to check-in at the airport even when it's not a basic economy ticket. Thanks for your understanding.

Texas
1 review
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Great Experience
August 11, 2024

I got a great deal or discount from StudentUnjverse. My experience was good contrary to the bad reviews that I saw online. I haven't used my ticket yet, but I hope my great experience with them lasts

Date of experience: July 31, 2024
Kansas
1 review
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This is what students need.
August 11, 2024

Needed flights- got it
Needed help- got it

10/10 experience

Date of experience: July 31, 2024
Singapore
1 review
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Go getter
August 10, 2024

I like the fact that they proactively called me when the booking couldn't be confirmed and ironed out the issues by phone.

Date of experience: July 30, 2024
Oregon
1 review
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Effective reservation with lots of speed bumps
August 10, 2024
Updated review

The website and experience were adequate for the price point of the flights. My first frustration was that the multi city option does not allow you to book more than two flights at once. I was hoping to book a three leg trip in one go. The ability to see and sort flights and choose outbound and return flights separately is great. All the necessary information about layovers and baggage was easily accessible. As a side note, many offered flight combinations included extremely short layovers - some less than an hour for an international connection, which was not obvious unless you clicked for more details about the flight.

I attempted to book my flights less than 5 minutes after my initial query and was informed that the price had increased about $20. This was mildly frustrating but understandable. However, I was then informed that my booking had failed with no further explanation, and that the website was still "trying to book me onto the same or alternate flights." This was highly concerning as I did not wish to be booked onto alternate flights without approving them.

Ultimately, a representative called me and informed me the reason my booking failed was because of the price increase. This didn't make sense to me since I had already been advised of the change during the checkout process. The representative was able to manually book the flights for me - for a small additional fee. She was very nice and professional but the process was very drawn out with lots of redundant questions. Yes, I am aware the flight does not include a checked bag, for the fifth time. I also had an issue with the login process freezing up that made me ultimately have to refresh my search.

Overall I am happy I booked the flights I wanted for the price I did. I wish the checkout process had been smoother.

Date of experience: July 30, 2024

Not able to book 3 flights at once via multicity
August 9, 2024
Previous review

Not able to book 3 flights at once via multicity. Flight prices increase in less than 5 minutes from getting search results to proceeding to checkout. Login process froze up and made me refresh my search. Attempted to make reservation and told they were unable to book my flight(s?) and I hadn't been charged - very unclear

Date of experience: July 29, 2024
Bahamas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Nothing
August 10, 2024

Nothing, don't plan to use your services again. Did not appreciate the cost for a 1 minute change when mistake was made. Second Customer Service person made me feel like child with her tone and speech, which was totally unnecessary.

Date of experience: July 30, 2024
Taylor T. — StudentUniverse Rep
over a year old

Hi, we are sorry that you felt that way and also about the mistake of your gender from the airline's email. We examed to the 5-minute conversation between you and our customer service agent and we did not notice any language that could have made you feel like a child. If you could provide any evidence, we would look into the case again.

Minnesota
1 review
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Student Universe Experience
August 10, 2024

Haven't flown yet but the process of purchasing my ticket was rather satisfactory

Date of experience: July 30, 2024
New York
1 review
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Helpful
August 9, 2024

I had to change my flight time and they actually found me a cheaper flight in the process.

Date of experience: July 30, 2024
California
1 review
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Fast and easy booking
August 9, 2024

Website makes it fast and easy to book! Flights for students are cheapest here!

Date of experience: July 30, 2024
Arkansas
1 review
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Great site
August 9, 2024

Always trust this site- give great prices and are the most useful site for students to use.

Date of experience: July 29, 2024
California
1 review
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August 8, 2024

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Date of experience: July 29, 2024
Michigan
1 review
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Great Booking!
August 8, 2024

Booking this trip was super easy and convenient! It was easy to find a flight!

Date of experience: July 29, 2024
California
1 review
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Good customer service
August 8, 2024

All other websites changing the price right before I submit. This is my first time use studentuniverse, was worried. But it was great experience.

Date of experience: July 29, 2024
Japan
1 review
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Pleasant experience
August 8, 2024

It was overall good experience to book flights from Student Universe.

Date of experience: July 28, 2024
Ohio
1 review
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Very Good Customer Service
August 8, 2024

My question got answered sufficiently and problem got resolved almost immediately. Thanks so much!

Date of experience: July 28, 2024
Japan
1 review
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As an international student, purchasing my first ticket from Student Universe was a great experience. Thanks for their great pricing, all of the discounts, and supportive team who responded pretty fast. I'm looking forward to purchasing my next ticket from them. Thanks, Student Universe team.

Date of experience: July 28, 2024
Florida
1 review
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Helpful customer service
August 7, 2024

There was an issue with my order the first time, and I called the customer service number and was able to receive speedy and friendly service. I rebooked my flight per instructions and didn't have any other issues.

Date of experience: July 28, 2024
Illinois
1 review
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Good but bad at the same time, I was able to book a ticket for myself but not my companion because he was born 2 years before me.

StudentUniverse attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: July 28, 2024

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StudentUniverse empowers students & youth to see the world with our exclusive travel discounts. Save up to 30% on flights, hotels, rental cars & more.


studentuniverse.com
Founded in 2000
Montvale, NJ, United States