Zipcar is a car-sharing service giving students access to cars around their university campus. They can book and drive them by the hour or day, 24/7. Which means your student can have a car at school without owning one.
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Why Zipcar?
*Average monthly car costs include fuel, maintenance/repair/tire costs, insurance, license/registration/taxes, depreciation, and finance charges. This number was taken from the 2022 AAA Your Driving Costs study and Zipcar Impact Report. View more details here.
**Zipcar monthly costs are based using a Zipcar reservation average of 20 hours per month.
How it works
Join
Apply online with a valid driver's license.
Book
Book a round-trip car by the hour or day with the app.
Drive
Use the app to unlock and lock during your trip.
Why students love car sharing
With Zipcar, college students stress less and enjoy more
FAQs
How much does Zipcar cost?
Check the cost of Zipcar membership at your university here. Students reserve cars by the hour or day, with gas, secondary insurance, and 180 miles per day all included. Other fees, such as a young driver fee, may apply. Price it out.
Can my student join Zipcar if they're under 21?
Yes. If your student is 18-20 years old, they can join with a valid driver’s license—even if it’s from abroad. For non-US or Michigan licenses read more.
Are there Zipcars near my student's university?
Zipcar serves hundreds of colleges and universities across North America. Find out if Zipcar is at your university by searching here.
Can my student join Zipcar if they're an international student?
Yes. We accept licenses from all over the world. Apply online.
Have more questions?
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