Nissan College Grad Program (2026) | $500 Rebate & Credit Help | Hayward Nissan

Nissan College Grad Program NMAC SignatureGRAD

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Qualifying college graduates can receive $500 College Grad Cash on select new Nissan models through the Nissan / NMAC SignatureGRAD Program.
Even if a specific model/trim does not include the $500 incentive, SignatureGRAD may still help eligible grads be considered for preferred (high-tier) credit approvals—subject to credit approval and program rules.

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Why Use College Grad at Hayward Nissan?

  • Fast verification: Bring your documents and we can review eligibility during your visit.
  • Real inventory help: We can match eligible models to what is actually available now.
  • Credit guidance: If the $500 incentive is not attached to your exact trim, we can still submit under SignatureGRAD for possible preferred credit tier consideration (subject to lender approval).
  • One-stop support: Trade-in, payments, incentives, and documentation help in one place.

Helpful related pages: Nissan Military Program  |  Financing Center

Eligible Models

  • MY25 Versa
  • MY25 Kicks Play
  • MY25 & MY26 Pathfinder
  • MY25 & MY26 Altima
  • MY25 & MY26 Sentra
  • MY25 & MY26 Armada
  • MY25 & MY26 Murano
  • MY25 & MY26 Z
  • MY26 Frontier
  • MY26 New Kicks
  • MY26 Rogue

Updated: February 3, 2026

Model eligibility and incentive availability are subject to change without notice. Source: Nissan College Grad program materials.

What Is SignatureGRAD?

  • Administered by NMAC (Nissan Motor Acceptance Company) for eligible U.S. college graduates.
  • $500 College Grad Cash on select new Nissan models, typically stackable with many national & regional offers.
  • Credit benefit: May help eligible applicants be considered for preferred credit tiers, even when a model/trim has no $500 College Grad Cash attached.
  • Timing: Graduating in the next 6 months or graduated within the last 2 years, with required documentation.
  • Combinability: Not combinable with Nissan Military Program or other VPP offers; limit one vehicle purchase per qualified participant; residency restrictions may apply.

Availability and eligibility vary by model/trim and region. All credit decisions are made by the lender and are not guaranteed.

Who Is Eligible?

  • Graduation timing: Graduated within the past 2 years or graduating within the next 6 months.
  • Vehicle type: Eligible new Nissan vehicles (participating dealers only; availability varies).
  • Financing: Available for purchase or lease when transacting through a participating dealer; standard credit approval applies.

Ask your consultant to review your application under SignatureGRAD even if your chosen model does not show a $500 incentive.

Documentation Checklist

  • Proof of graduation (diploma or official transcript) dated within the last 24 months; or
  • Proof of upcoming graduation within 6 months (university letter or transcript); or
  • Proof of current graduate enrollment (transcript or university letter).
  • Government ID and any additional documents requested by the dealer for verification.

Bring originals or official digital copies.

No $500 Rebate on Your Model?

SignatureGRAD can still be valuable. When a particular model/trim does not carry the $500 College Grad Cash, your consultant can submit your application under the SignatureGRAD program so you may be considered for preferred credit tiers with NMAC.

Credit tiering is determined by the lender and depends on your individual qualifications. Not a guarantee of approval or specific terms.

How It Works

  1. Choose your vehicle from eligible new Nissan models.
  2. Tell your consultant you are applying under NMAC SignatureGRAD.
  3. Provide documentation so we can verify eligibility.
  4. At time of sale/lease, either: apply $500 College Grad Cash (if your model/trim qualifies), or have your application considered for preferred credit tiers through SignatureGRAD (when applicable).

Dealer participation and program terms may vary by region; standard credit approval applies.

FAQs

What if my model does not have the $500 College Grad Cash?
Ask us to evaluate your application under SignatureGRAD anyway. You may still be considered for preferred (high-tier) credit approvals with NMAC, subject to credit approval.

Is SignatureGRAD a discount or a rebate?
It can be a $500 College Grad Cash incentive on qualifying models, and/or a pathway to be considered for preferred credit tiers when the $500 incentive is not available.

Can I combine with other incentives?
Often yes with national & regional offers. It is not combinable with the Nissan Military Program or other VPP offers.

Do I need to finance with NMAC?
Many transactions are financed or leased through NMAC. Your consultant will match your situation to the best available option.

Which models qualify?
See the Eligible Models list above and ask us for the latest qualifying trims.

Important Information

Program details, eligible models, and incentive amounts are subject to change without notice. Proof of eligibility required. Not combinable with Nissan Military Program or other VPP offers; one vehicle purchase per qualified participant; residency restrictions may apply. Credit approvals and tiering are determined by the lender and are not guaranteed.

Last updated: February 3, 2026.

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