College Grad Bonus Program


College Graduate Program

Volkswagen Financial Services

As one of, if not, the strongest college graduate programs offered by any vehicle manufacturer in the United States, the Volkswagen College Graduate Program provides a $500 customer bonus on new vehicles. It also offers access to incentivized rates and enhanced credit tier consideration. For graduates with little or no credit history, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a vehicle on positive terms by leveraging their educational accomplishments.

This process is not a same-day process. All verifications must be completed to secure approval before the paperwork and purchase can be completed. If interested, please complete the form below or contact Jim Ellis Volkswagen Kennesaw at 770-370-3615.

Get Started with Your Volkswagen Graduate Program Application

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Program Benefits

Volkswagen Financial Services will extend credit to college graduates or soon-to-be graduating students who are currently or have a commitment for employment in the US.

In addition to rates/advances (see below), the current offer includes:

  • Leasing: A security deposit is not required, $500 Customer Bonus
  • Retail: Financing $500 Customer Bonus
  • Driver’s Option: $500 Customer Bonus
  • Certified Pre-Owned: Qualify for the program, but not $500 Customer Bonus

Program Eligibility

  • Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.  
  • Must be within 6 months of graduation or have graduated no more than 24 months prior to the date of the credit application from a 2- or 4-year accredited U.S. or Canadian college or university with an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral, or Nursing  (RN or LPN) degree.

Eligible Vehicles

  • New and near-new VWFS vehicles qualify for rates/advances  
    • Excludes Golf R, ID.7, and ID. Buzz  
  • New, Untitled VW FS models eligible for $500 bonus  
    • Excludes Golf R, ID.7, ID. Buzz, and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles 
  • Retired Mobility units/Service Loaners are not eligible for this program.  
  • Certified Pre-Owned Volkswagen vehicles (Retail Financing Only) 

Eligible Programs

  • Retail Financing, Driver’s Option, and Leasing Rates / Advance:
  • No credit history is required; however, established history must be in good standing with no previous derogatory credit. 
  • Rate tier upgrades* to start Graduates out on the Right foot.

Term

  • Retail: 12-72 months  
  • Driver’s Option: 12- 48 months  
  • Lease: 12-48 months 

Required Documentation

  • Copy of Proof of Income & Employment
    •  Applicant must provide a contact name and phone number for a contact in the Payroll or Human Resources Department of the applicant’s employer to allow for direct verification. If applicant is still enrolled, provide documentation to allow for a verifiable commitment of employment from a future employer. 
  • Copy of Degree or Transcript & Contact Information for College or University 
    • Applicant must provide school name, address, and registrar’s phone number to allow for direct verification of enrollment or graduation. 
  • References:
    •  Two complete personal references (including the address and the phone number) who reside in the US and whom Volkswagen Financial Services can contact directly. 
  • Copy of complete & signed credit application 
    • This should assist Volkswagen Financial Services during the verification as it is an authorization from the customer allowing the release of information to Volkswagen Financial Services regarding the financial request. 
  • Customer Acknowledgement/Claim Form (Lease or New Retail Only) 
    • Ensures the customer is aware of how the bonus is applied to their retail/lease contract. 

Other Program Details

  • There will be no exceptions to the eligibility for the program.  
  • The customer is eligible for the program benefits once per degree.  
  • Qualifications for this program are subject to verification prior to approval.  
  • Monthly payment may not exceed 25% of gross monthly income.  
  • College Grad may be combined with Military/First Responder or DEPP.

Disclaimer: The Volkswagen College Graduate Program* offers a $500 Contract Bonus** for qualified college graduates who lease or purchase a new, unused Volkswagen vehicle through Volkswagen Credit. The College Graduate Program is subject to credit approval and is available to U.S. citizens or permanent residents who graduated from a U.S. or Canadian-accredited college/university no more than 24 months prior to credit application. Volkswagen Credit will not request or consider immigration or residency status in the State of Washington. Applicant must be employed or have a written commitment from a future employer. References, proof of income, copy of degree or official transcript, and contact information for college/university required. Monthly payment may not exceed 25% of gross monthly income. Credit history is not required, but existing credit must be in good standing and have no previous derogatory credit. Program not valid in Puerto Rico. See your participating Volkswagen dealer or, for general product information, call 1-800-Drive-VW.