Google Offers Free AI Pro to US College Students
Eligible students in the US can get a free year of Google AI Pro, normally $19.99/month, while international students get AI Plus with premium Gemini features and 400GB storage
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Google adds Deep Research to Gemini Live, allowing voice-initiated research tasks with detailed reports and citations.
Story published. Eligible students in the US can get a free year of Google AI Pro, normally $19.99/month, while international students get AI Plus with premium Gemini features and 400GB storage
Google is offering eligible college students in the US a free year of Google AI Pro, a service normally priced at $19.99 per month. This offer includes various educational tools and features, such as a dedicated Student Hub, study notebooks, and interactive learning experiences.
Eligible college students outside the US can get a free year of Google AI Plus, which includes Gemini Omni, 4x higher usage limits in Gemini, and 400GB storage. This offer provides international students with access to premium Gemini features and massive cloud storage.
In addition to the free AI plan, Google is also offering a bundle option for US students. A Google AI Pro and YouTube Premium bundle is available for $8.99 per month, which is a 70% discount off the regular price. This bundle can be subscribed to for up to four years, and verification through SheerID is required.
Google has also added a range of educational tools to its services, including a student hub to Gemini with study notebooks, diagnostic quizzes, and study plans. Google Search can generate custom tools and simulations for complicated concepts, along with practice quizzes for various standardized tests. Lens in Search will soon include an interactive learning experience for breaking down tough problems.
## Why it matters The offer of a free year of Google AI Pro or AI Plus to eligible college students is a significant move by Google to support education and provide students with access to premium AI features and tools. With the start of the new semester approaching, this offer is likely to be attractive to students looking to enhance their learning experience. After the free subscription period, Google will charge $19.99 per month for AI Pro unless the plan is canceled. Students must be 18 years or older to be eligible for the free AI plan.
## What happens next Students can sign up for a free AI plan on Google's website through December 31, 2026. With the addition of new educational tools and features, Google is positioning itself as a major player in the education technology space, competing with other services such as ChatGPT. As the education sector continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Google's AI services are received by students and educators alike.
