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Your next trip just got more expensive: Northeastern University has partnered with a major airline to offer "student-discounted" flights, but the fine print reveals a hidden booking fee that adds up to $45 per ticket, hitting families' wallets just as Spring Break travel peaks. Consumer advocates warn this could set a dangerous trend for other universities, potentially costing students and their parents hundreds in unadvertised surcharges annually.
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Your next trip just got more expensive: Northeastern University has partnered with a major airline to offer "student-discounted" flights, but the fine print reveals a hidden booking fee that adds up to $45 per ticket, hitting families' wallets just as Spring Break travel peaks. Consumer advocates warn this could set a dangerous trend for other universities, potentially costing students and their parents hundreds in unadvertised surcharges annually.