Does Hulu Come with Spotify Student

Short answer

No, Hulu does not come automatically with Spotify Student. Spotify Student bundles a Hulu (with ads) subscription at a discounted price, but it is a separate product from Hulu's own student plan. Both options exist, and the right one depends on whether you want Spotify, Hulu, or both together.

What the Spotify Student bundle includes

The Spotify Student bundle combines three services at a single monthly price. It includes Spotify Premium, Hulu (with ads), and Showtime. The bundle is available to verified college students and typically costs less than subscribing to each service individually. Hulu comes with ads in this bundle, and you cannot upgrade to the ad-free Hulu tier through the student bundle without paying the regular Hulu price separately.

Hulu's standalone student plan

Hulu offers its own student plan through a partnership with SheerID. This plan includes Hulu (with ads) at a reduced monthly rate. It does not include Spotify Premium or Showtime. Eligibility requires a valid .edu email address or other proof of enrollment. The Hulu student plan works best for students who only want streaming video and do not need Spotify.

Comparison of student options

Eligibility and enrollment

Both Spotify Student and Hulu Student require verification through SheerID or a similar service. You typically need a valid college email address, enrollment proof, or student ID. Spotify re-verifies student status periodically, and the discount may be removed if eligibility lapses.

Which should you choose

Choose the Spotify Student bundle if you want music streaming, Hulu, and Showtime in one discounted package. Choose the Hulu Student plan if you only need streaming video and already have a music service. Neither plan bundles Hulu without ads at the student price unless you pay the regular Hulu upgrade fee separately.