Journey® Student Rewards from Capital One® Review

This is a cashback credit card issued by Capital One. If you're wondering whether Capital One Journey card is the right card for you, read on. This review will provide you with with all the details you need to make a good choice.

• High APRs. This is not a great card for people who carry a balance. It has a variable purchase APR of 26.99%
• No annual fee*. This is a great option for people looking for a low-maintenance cashback card. It gives you cashback on your purchases, but you don't have to pay an annual fee for the privilege.
• No foreign transaction fee. This card does not charge a fee when you make a purchase that passes through a foreign bank, or is in a currency other than the U.S. dollar (USD), which makes it a great credit card to carry when traveling abroad.
• Multiple credit card benefits. Includes generous credit card perks, such as rental insurance, emergency support, extended warranty protection on purchases, travel accident insurance, travel assistance, trip cancellation insurance, and fraud protection.
• Fair or better credit required. You will have good approval odds if your credit score is above 640.

The Good	The Bad
No annual fee. Multiple credit card perks. Offers auto rental collision damage waiver. Extended warranty on purchases. Free access to your credit score. Travel accident and travel assistance insurance. Trip cancellation insurance. No foreign transaction fee. Journey® Student Rewards from Capital One® reports to multiple credit bureaus.	Higher than average purchase APRs. Does not offer a signup bonus.

Does Capital One Journey card have a cash back or rewards program?

No, it does not offer a rewards program. This is a cashback card. This means you earn a percentage of your purchases as cash back rewards.

What are the Capital One Journey card benefits?

It provides the following benefits:

• Free Credit Score
• Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver
• Emergency Support
• Extended Warranty Protection
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• Zero fraud liability
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Travel Assistance
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for Capital One Journey card?

According to the Federal Reserve Board, the average regular APR is 15% for all credit cards and 17% for accounts that carry a balance. It has higher than average regular APRs.

It has a variable purchase APR of 26.99%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR of 26.99% . It also has a variable cash advance APR of 26.99% .

What are the fees for Capital One Journey card?

The following fees apply:

Capital One Journey card Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee	0%
Late Payment Fee	up to $40

This card does not charge an annual fee, which makes it a smart choice for consumers looking for a low-cost cashback card.

Does Journey® Student Rewards from Capital One® report your account activity to credit bureaus?

Yes, Journey® Student Rewards from Capital One® reports your account activity to the following credit reporting agencies:

• Equifax
• Experian
• Transunion

Making regular on-time payments to a creditor that reports to one or more credit bureaus will demonstrate your financial responsibility and may help improve your credit.

How to apply for Capital One Journey card

• Visit the Capital One Journey card website.
• Fill in the application form. You will typically need to provide general financial information, such as your Social Security Number, address, and annual income.
• Check the information is accurate and submit your application.

If your credit score is preventing you from qualifying for this credit card, check out our guide for the best credit cards for bad credit.