Student Passes
University, College and Student Passes
Spokane Transit provides student passes to actively enrolled students in the local colleges and universities but the programs vary at each institution. See the descriptions below for more information. Students at local K-12 may qualify for the further discounted Youth Pass if they are ages 6-18. If you are having issues with your pass, click here.
Community Colleges of Spokane: Most currently enrolled SFCC and SCC students can use their student ID card as valid fare on all STA bus routes but some students may be required to purchase a separate student pass based on the agreement with STA. Faculty and staff are eligible for a quarterly pass from the Cashier’s Office for $30 per quarter. Contact Becky Turner at [email protected] for more information.
EWU Eagle Pass: EWU faculty, staff and students can use their EagleCard as valid fare on all STA bus routes. To use your EagleCard as a bus pass, simply swipe it in the farebox when boarding the bus. Eligible paratransit users also ride free with their EagleCard. The program is paid for by EWU Parking Services, the University, and Associated Students of EWU. The partnership between Spokane Transit and EWU is designed to reduce additional parking lots, lower student living costs, and meet the state-mandated commute trip reduction goals for reducing employee commuter traffic. Click here for more information.
Gonzaga University: Gonzaga and WWAMI students, faculty and staff can use their ZAGCARD as valid fare on all STA bus routes. To use your ZAGCARD as a bus pass, simply swipe it when you get on the bus! Have questions about your pass? Contact Jim Simon [email protected].
WSU Spokane CougarCard: WSU students, faculty and staff at the WSU Spokane campus can use their CougarCard as valid fare on all STA bus routes. To use your CougarCard as a bus pass, simply swipe it in the farebox when you get on the bus! The cost for the program is paid through WSU-Spokane Parking Services and the Associated Students of WSU Spokane. Click here for more information.
Whitworth University: Whitworth University students can pick up their Whitworth bus pass for unlimited rides from the HUB.
Carrington College, $52, must be purchased at STA (valid ID required)
Glen Dow Academy, $52, must be purchased at STA (valid ID required)
Northwest HVAC Assoc and Training Center, $52, must be purchased at STA (valid ID required)
Paul Mitchell, $52, must be purchased at STA (valid ID required)