Apply to GitHub Education as a student

Unlock tools and resources for your educational journey.

In this article

• Do I qualify for GitHub Education?
• What documents can I use to prove I'm a student?
• Applying to GitHub Education

Do I qualify for GitHub Education?

You qualify for GitHub Education if you:

• Are enrolled in a degree- or diploma-granting program, such as a high school, college, university, or homeschool.
• Have a verifiable school-issued email or documents proving your student status.
• Own a GitHub personal account.
• Are at least 13 years old.

What documents can I use to prove I'm a student?

• A picture of your school ID with current enrollment date
• Your class schedule
• Your transcript
• An affiliation or enrollment verification letter

Applying to GitHub Education

1. Navigate to your Education benefits settings.
2. Under "GitHub Education", click Start an application.
3. Complete the form, then click Submit application.
4. Once your application is approved, navigate to your GitHub Education portal to use your benefits, such as free access to professional developer tools.