Free Shipping Qualification
Does free shipping apply to all products? Are there any excluded items or categories?
- Select items excluded, including large or heavy items, firearms, and ammunition.
- Limited to Standard Shipping. Bulk and select items may be excluded, see the product page. Academy Sports + Outdoors does not ship to Alaska, California, Hawaii, or outside of the United States.
- If applicable, a shipping discount will be applied at checkout.
- This offer is subject to change, alteration, or termination by Academy Sports + Outdoors at its sole discretion at any time and without notice. Additional handling fees, exclusions, and restrictions may apply.
Why doesn’t my order count for Free Shipping?
Your order might not qualify for free shipping for a few reasons:
- Large or heavy items: Free shipping excludes bulky or heavy items. You can check the product page for details.
- Firearms and ammunition: These items are specifically excluded from free shipping.
- Order value below minimum: Free shipping might require a minimum purchase amount. Check Academy's website for the current minimum.
- Non-standard shipping selection: Free shipping applies only to standard shipping. If you chose expedited shipping (e.g., 2-day or 1-day), you'll be charged.
- Bulk or other excluded items: Some unspecified bulk items or other categories might not qualify for free shipping. Check the product page for details.
For a definitive answer, review the product page for any specific exclusions or check your order details to see if the minimum purchase requirement was met.
What is the difference between Free Shipping eligibility for cardholders, guests, and registered users?
We offer free standard shipping on orders and items that meet certain conditions:
- When cardholders use their Academy Credit Card to place orders on Academy.com, we offer free shipping on eligible orders over $15.
- Free shipping for cardholders: Limited to Standard Shipping. Cannot be combined with the Academy Sports + Outdoors employee discount. Bulk and select items may be excluded. See the product page for shipping information. Academy Sports + Outdoors does not ship to Alaska, California, or Hawaii. A minimum pre-tax purchase of $15.00 is required to receive a discount.
- When customers are signed in to their myAcademy account, we offer free shipping on eligible orders over $25.
- When customers are NOT signed in to a myAcademy account, we offer free shipping on eligible orders over $50.
What is the minimum order amount for free shipping?
The minimum purchase threshold is pre-tax.
- When cardholders use their Academy Credit Card to place orders on Academy.com, we offer free shipping on eligible orders over $15.
- When customers are signed in to their myAcademy account, we offer free shipping on eligible orders over $25.
- When customers are NOT signed in to a myAcademy account, we offer free shipping on eligible orders over $50.
How long does free shipping take?
We offer free standard shipping (3-5 Business Days) on orders and items that meet the conditions.
- We ship most items to the contiguous states of the United States, (excluding California) via Standard Ground service.
- Most orders arrive within 3-5 business days. Business days include Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday — excluding United States federal holidays.
Some exclusions apply. Looking for order status updates? Find the latest updates for your order. You’ll need to enter your order number and email address.

