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Does Academy Sports
code as Retail?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Academy Sports — before you tap.

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MCC Code
5941
Category
Sporting Goods
Reward Category
Retail
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Best cards for Academy Sports
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Academy Sports use?
Academy Sports uses MCC 5941 — Sporting Goods. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Academy Sports by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Academy Sports count as sporting goods for credit card rewards?
Yes — Academy Sports codes as Sporting Goods (MCC 5941), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a sporting goods category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Academy Sports?
The best card depends on how Academy Sports codes. Since it uses MCC 5941 (Sporting Goods), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.