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Student Car Rental in San Diego (18+) – Month‑to‑Month & Weekly Plans

Welcome to Sisters Cars — your trusted choice for student car rental in San Diego. Perfect for UCSD, SDSU, USD, PLNU, community colleges, exchange programs, ESL schools, interns, and visiting scholars. We make rentals simple for students and parents with fast approvals, airport & campus delivery, and flexible monthly options.

Why Students & Parents Choose Us

  • 18+ accepted (no need to be 21+)
  • Monthly & weekly plans you can extend by semester
  • Airport (SAN) curbside delivery & campus drop‑off
  • Fast 5‑minute response on quotes and availability
  • Easy payments: debit/credit card, Zelle, Apple Pay, Venmo, cash
  • Reliable, fuel‑efficient cars & student‑friendly SUVs
  • Basic liability coverage included; personal coverage recommended

How It Works

  1. Request a quote with your dates, campus, and driver info (US or international license).
  2. Get confirmed in minutes — we’ll match you with the best car for your budget and schedule.
  3. Choose delivery: SAN airport arrival, campus drop‑off, or free pickup at our location.
  4. Drive with confidence and extend your rental anytime by week or month.

Best Cars for Students

Most students prefer compact cars for easy parking and lower fuel costs, or small SUVs for extra cargo and weekend trips. Explore popular options:

Built for Campus Life

Whether you study at UC San Diego (UCSD), San Diego State University (SDSU), University of San Diego (USD), Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU), CSU San Marcos, or local community colleges (Mesa, Miramar, City, Grossmont, Southwestern), our student car rental San Diego plans fit move‑in days, semesters, internships, and daily commuting.

What to Prepare

  • Driver’s license (US or international)
  • Payment method (debit, Zelle, Apple Pay, Venmo, cash)

Rental Cars for San Diego students

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Do you rent to students under 21 in San Diego?

Yes. We rent to drivers 18+ with a valid driver’s license (U.S. or international).

Is insurance included with student rentals?

Basic liability insurance is included as required by state law. Students are also expected to have their own personal insurance coverage (through a parent’s policy or individually).

Can I use an international driver’s license?

Yes. We accept international driver’s licenses as valid ID for student rentals.

Can parents pay for the rental?

Absolutely. Parents can reserve and pay from anywhere using debit card, Zelle, Apple Pay, Venmo, or cash.

Do you deliver to SAN Airport and local campuses?

Yes. We offer curbside delivery for 70$ fee at San Diego International Airport (SAN) and drop-off to local campuses including UCSD, SDSU, USD, PLNU, CSU San Marcos, and community colleges.

What cars are best for students?

Most students choose compact cars (easy parking, fuel-efficient) or small SUVs (extra cargo and weekend trips). Both are available for weekly and monthly plans.

Do you offer semester-long car rentals?

Yes. Many students rent by month or semester. You can easily extend your rental as needed.

Where can I drive the vehicle?

For travel within California and Nevada, you're all set. If you plan to drive to other states, we charge 200$ per state. Please contact us for confirmation.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept debit cards, Zelle, Apple Pay, Venmo, and cash. No credit card required.

How fast do you confirm availability?

We respond to all student rental requests within 5 minutes.