Will applying for a credit card hurt my 720 credit score?

Most credit card applications result in a hard inquiry, which typically lowers your score by 5-10 points temporarily. The impact diminishes over 12 months and falls off your report after 2 years. Only apply for cards you're confident you'll be approved for.

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Best student cards for a 720 score.

Q: Is a 720 credit score good enough for a student card?

A 720 score is considered very good credit. Very good — approved for nearly all cards with competitive terms and higher limits. You may want to consider building your score first.

No student cards currently match this score. Try a different desk or build your file with a secured option.

Very Good Credit

Very good — approved for nearly all cards with competitive terms and higher limits

Apr 6, 2026

What 720 means.

At 720, you are in strong territory within the very good range. Nearly every credit card is within reach, and you will receive more competitive APRs and higher credit limits. Issuers actively compete for cardholders at this score level with their best offers.

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With a 720 credit score, student card options may be limited. Consider building your score or looking at secured card options.