Glossary term
Distant student discount
Distant student discount: A discount for a student at school 100+ miles from home without a car, who drives only during visits.
Where this term matters
Guides and entries on this site that use the term.
Guide
Staying on Your Parents' Car Insurance at 18
Whether an 18-year-old can stay on a parent's policy, what residency and vehicle ownership rules apply, how much it saves, and when it stops working.
Guide
Car Insurance Discounts for 18-Year-Olds
Good student, telematics, driver training, distant student, multi-car and payment discounts available to 18-year-olds, with realistic ranges.
Guide
Car Insurance for 18-Year-Olds Going to College
Insurance when an 18-year-old leaves for college—taking a car or not, distant student discounts, out-of-state rules, and staying on the family policy.