College Grad Program

Offer valid towards the purchase of any financed vehicle and will be used as down payment assistance. (*on approved credit)

What Is The $500 College Graduate Program?

Provides select eligible graduates $500 toward any new 2024 or newer Honda automobiles when financed or leased through HFS. Graduating college is hard work. This is our way of saying congratulations.[1]

What You Need to Qualify [1]

  • Doctorate, master's, bachelor's, or associate degree from a U.S. accredited college or from a registered nursing school.
  • Must have graduated within past two years or will graduate within next six months.
  • Meet HFS credit criteria and sign an HFS retail finance, Honda Leadership Leasing® or Honda Leadership Purchase Plan® ("balloon") contract.
  • Provide your Honda dealer with a copy of a diploma or college transcripts as proof of graduation eligibility and all other documents required by HFS.
  • Bonus recipient must be listed on the HFS contract as the primary buyer.
  • Lease: $500 is applied toward the cap cost of vehicle. Monthly payment and total due at lease signing are calculated after $500 reduction. Purchase: $500 is applied toward the down payment.

The Following HFS Requirements May Apply [2]

  • 5% minimum down payment.
  • No adverse credit history.
  • Have graduated in past two years or will graduate in next six months.
  • Proof of employment or a firm commitment from an employer (verifiable) with a start date no more than 120 days from the date of the HFS contract.
  • Monthly income sufficient to cover current obligations, living expenses and the vehicle payment.

More Benefits [3]

  • Option to defer first payment 90 days
  • Excellent way to build credit
  • Flexible and competitive finance and lease packages

For more information on HFS requirements, please contact us or visit //www.hondafinancialservices.com/finance/college-grad-program.

For well-qualified clients who meet Honda Graduate Program criteria, subject to approval by HFS. Only one $500 Honda College Graduate Bonus per vehicle. $500 towards Cap Cost Reduction or Down Payment Assistance with the lease or purchase of a new and not previously reported sold Honda vehicle. Offer cannot be combined with Zero Due at Signing Lease Program. Offer applies to eligible college graduates who have graduated within the past two years or will graduate within the next six months with a master's, bachelor's or associate degree from a U.S.-accredited college or registered nursing school. Offer valid through 3/31/2026 and may be terminated at any time.