Office Depot Office Max Rewards Discount

Office Depot and OfficeMax now run one merged Rewards program — and yes, homeschoolers can still use it. You do not need ID.me, a teaching certificate, or government approval to earn rewards if you’re shopping in-store.

Here’s what you really need to know:

• Rewards are earned on what you actually pay (after coupons, discounts, and gift cards).
• No rewards are earned on things like stamps, gift cards, delivery fees, or tech and shredding services.
• Bonus Rewards (like 30% back during educator events) are issued the next day.
• Regular Rewards are added monthly — but only if you’ve earned $3 or more that cycle. If you don’t hit $3 by the end of a calendar quarter, those rewards expire.
• All rewards are digital only. You must log into your account to access and redeem them — they will not be mailed.

What this means for homeschoolers:

• You can sign up for a Rewards account. It’s free and open to all shoppers.
• You can use a homeschool ID you created yourself (Word, Canva, Excel — whatever works).
• You can participate in in-store educator events and earn Bonus Rewards, as long as you bring the current coupon and your homeschool ID.
• You do not need ID.me. It is used for online verification only and specifically excludes uncertified homeschool teachers. Source: ID.me Teacher Eligibility Policy

If a cashier doesn’t understand, you can politely explain: “I’m a homeschool educator. I’ve used this discount for years (only if you have), and homeschoolers are eligible for educator rewards in-store.”

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Ways to Earn Office Depot OfficeMax Rewards

• 2% back year-round: Rewards members earn 2% back on most purchases, including school and office supplies, furniture, and tech.
• Members-only savings: Get access to exclusive discounts and Bonus Rewards offers — including some with 100% back on featured items like batteries.
• Ink/toner recycling: Earn rewards for recycling up to 10 cartridges per month (restrictions apply).
• Product reviews: Earn rewards for up to 3 approved product reviews per month.

Bonus: If you spend $500 or more within a 12-month period, you’ll automatically be upgraded to VIP Rewards, which includes:

• 5% back on ink & toner, reams of paper, and print center services
• Free delivery — no minimum
• Additional VIP-only perks

Visit the Office Depot OfficeMax Rewards page to enroll or check your rewards.

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How to Save Money at Office Depot and OfficeMax

Yes, Office Depot / OfficeMax has a price match policy — and sometimes they’ll even match their own online prices if the in-store price is higher.

For example: last time I shopped there, I needed white-out. The price was lower online than it was on the shelf. When I asked at checkout, they matched their own website price — no hassle. So it never hurts to ask.

They also match competitor prices on identical items from places like Staples, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, and Amazon (direct listings only — not third-party sellers). Just show the ad or website listing on your phone at checkout or up to 14 days later.

What they won’t match: clearance items, out-of-stock deals, holiday doorbusters, marketplace sellers, and anything involving rebates or bundle pricing.

If you’re shopping on a budget — especially for school supplies — knowing about their price match can help you save a little extra, even if you’re not using a coupon that day.

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Previous Discount Program

Back in the early 2000s, homeschoolers were welcomed under the original “Star Teacher” program — no ID.me, no hassle. A homeschool ID you printed yourself was good enough, and for many in-store locations, it still is today. That program gave 5% off every purchase and 15% off all Copy & Print Center services.

While the names and systems have changed, the in-store treatment of homeschoolers as educators has stayed mostly the same. The online process (especially through ID.me) is a different story — and one that currently leaves homeschoolers out. But in person? You still belong.

Enroll for Office Depot OfficeMax Rewards or check your rewards.

 

Last Updated on June 16, 2025 by Jodi