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Does Coursera
code as Education?

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

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MCC Code
8299
Category
Schools / Educational Services
Reward Category
Education
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Coursera use?
Coursera uses MCC 8299 — Schools / Educational Services. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Coursera by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Coursera count as schools / educational services for credit card rewards?
Yes — Coursera codes as Schools / Educational Services (MCC 8299), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a schools / educational services category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Coursera?
The best card depends on how Coursera codes. Since it uses MCC 8299 (Schools / Educational Services), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.