Lana Oconnell
Amazon Prime Student is a membership program created for higher education students. It offers a six-month trial that includes free two-day shipping on eligible purchases, unlimited streaming of movies and TV shows, access to Amazon Music Prime, Kindle Unlimited, Amazon Photos, and Prime Gaming. To sign up for Prime Student, individuals must verify their student status or age. While the program is primarily designed for students, there have been reports of university faculty signing up for Amazon Prime Student using their .edu email addresses. However, it is unclear whether Amazon conducts thorough verification checks, and there may be a time limit imposed on these memberships.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Who is eligible for Amazon Student? | College or university students enrolled in at least one course in the US, or non-student young adults (18-24 years old) |
| What is required for sign-up? | Verification of student status or age |
| What counts as verification? | ..edu email address, student ID, transcript or class list, tuition bill, or acceptance letter |
| What happens after the trial ends? | Student memberships are converted to normal Prime memberships, and non-student young adult memberships are converted when the individual turns 25 |
What You'll Learn
Amazon Prime Student membership benefits
Amazon Prime Student is a membership program designed for higher education students. It offers a range of benefits, including:
Free Two-Day Shipping
Prime Student members can enjoy free two-day shipping on eligible purchases for a trial period of six months. This benefit is especially useful for students who need textbooks or other supplies quickly.
Unlimited Streaming of Movies and TV Shows with Prime Video
With Prime Student, members can access thousands of movies and TV shows through Prime Video. This includes the ability to add several premium channels for just $0.99 per month, usually priced between $3.99 and $10.99 per month.
Amazon Music Prime
Prime Student members can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for a discounted price of $5.99 per month for four years. This gives them access to over 100 million songs, top podcasts, ad-free listening, HD quality, and offline listening.
Kindle Unlimited
For those who love to read, Kindle Unlimited offers two months free with Prime Student. This allows members to borrow up to 20 books at a time from a collection of more than 4 million digital titles.
Amazon Photos
Prime Student includes free unlimited photo storage with Amazon Photos, so members can keep all their memories safely stored.
Prime Gaming
Prime Gaming provides free games and more. During the six-month trial period, Prime Student members receive a single Twitch channel subscription for one month with their membership.
Ultrafast Grocery Delivery
In select cities, Prime Student members can take advantage of ultrafast grocery delivery from Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market.
Student-Exclusive Deals and Discounts
In addition to the benefits above, Prime Student members also have access to exclusive deals and discounts tailored for students.
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Verification methods for sign-up
To sign up for Amazon Student, you must first go to the Prime Student sign-up page. Here, you will be asked to choose a verification method for age or student status.
For age verification, you will need to submit proof of age, such as a passport, driving license, or identity card.
For student status verification, you have several options. If you have a *.edu email address, you can use this, and Amazon will send a verification email. If you don't have a .edu email address, you can still enrol through an alternative process. You will need to provide proof of enrollment, such as a student ID, transcript, tuition bill, or acceptance letter for the upcoming term. This proof must include your name, your school's name, and the current term or an expiration date. You can send this proof via email to amazon-student-verification@amazon.com, along with a scan, photo, or screenshot of the relevant document.
If you are a current student but receive an email saying that your Amazon Prime membership will automatically renew at the non-student rate, you can verify your continuing student status. To do this, go to Manage Your Student Membership in Your Account and re-verify your student status. You will need to submit the requested documentation to continue receiving the student rate.
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Age requirements for membership
Prime Student is a membership program created for higher education students. To be eligible for Prime Student, you must be enrolled in at least one course at a college or university located in one of the 50 states or the District of Columbia.
There are two ways to sign up for Prime Student: through student status verification or age verification. For student status verification, you must provide proof of enrollment, such as a student ID, transcript, tuition bill, or acceptance letter. This option is available to all eligible students, regardless of age.
If you are unable to provide proof of student status, you can still sign up for Prime Student through age verification. To do this, you must be between the ages of 18 and 24. This option is available to non-student young adults who do not meet the student status verification requirements.
Once you have signed up for Prime Student, your membership will last for four years or until the end of your studies (whichever comes first). After this period, your Prime Student membership will automatically convert to a regular Prime membership at the standard annual fee.
It is important to note that Prime Student is not exclusively for students. Non-student young adults can also take advantage of the benefits of Prime Student through age verification. Additionally, there have been reports of university staff members with a ".edu" email address accessing Prime Student without verification. However, it is unclear whether this is still possible, as Amazon may now require verification documentation.
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Student status verification
To sign up for Amazon Prime Student, you must first verify your student status. This can be done in a few ways.
If you have a .edu email address, you can use this to verify your student status. Amazon will send a verification email to your .edu email address. If you don't receive the email, you can go to Verify Your Email and follow the steps to resend the confirmation email.
If you don't have a .edu email address, you can still sign up for Prime Student if you are able to provide proof of enrollment in at least one course at a college or university located in one of the 50 US states or the District of Columbia. To provide proof of enrollment, you can send an email to amazon-student-verification@amazon.com from the email address associated with your Amazon account. In the message, include a scan, photo, or screenshot of one of the following:
- Your student ID displaying the current term or an expiration date (a student ID number is not valid)
- Your transcript or class list for the current term with your name and your school's name on it
- Your tuition bill for the current term with your name and your school's name on it
- An official acceptance letter for the upcoming term (must include matriculation date)
If you are eligible, Amazon will send you a follow-up email within 3-5 business days with a link to complete the signup process. You must sign up for Prime Student within 14 days of receiving this email, otherwise, you will need to contact customer service again to register.
If you are already an Amazon Prime member and you sign up for Prime Student, you will receive a refund for the remaining months left on your current Amazon Prime subscription.
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Amazon's partnership with StudentUniverse
Amazon has partnered with StudentUniverse to offer exclusive discounts on travel to its Prime Student members. StudentUniverse is a student-focused travel company that provides verified student members with exclusive discounts and hidden student fares from 220+ airlines.
Through this partnership, Prime Student members can access steeper savings on every purchase. They can save up to an additional 10% on flights booked on StudentUniverse, with a minimum discount of $5. They will also receive a 10% discount on hotels in the form of an Amazon.com Gift Card. Moreover, they will have access to premium customer support on every booking, which includes priority customer assistance and shorter response times.
To take advantage of these offers, Prime Student members can log in to their account on the StudentUniverse offer page on Amazon. They can also sign up for a 6-month trial of Prime Student on the same page. Once they have successfully signed in, they can book their travel as usual on StudentUniverse, with the added benefit of the exclusive discounts.
It is important to note that these offers are only available to Prime Student members and cannot be transferred. Additionally, the discounts are not valid on insurance or previously booked flights and hotels, and they cannot be applied to bookings made through the StudentUniverse app.
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Frequently asked questions
Amazon Student is a membership program created for higher education students. Faculty members are not eligible for the program, but there are other Amazon Prime membership plans that may be suitable.
You can sign up for Amazon Student by going to the Prime Student sign-up page and choosing a verification method. You can either verify your age or your student status. For age verification, you need to submit proof of age, such as a passport, driving license, or identity card. For student status verification, you can complete a sign-up form, use your .edu email address, or submit proof of enrollment.
Amazon Student offers a six-month trial that includes free two-day shipping on eligible purchases. After the trial, members are eligible for a discount on Amazon Prime, including Prime benefits and Student-exclusive deals and discounts.
Amazon Student membership lasts for four years or until the end of your studies, whichever comes first. After this period, your membership will convert to a regular Amazon Prime membership.
Yes, you can still enroll in Amazon Student even if you don't have a .edu email address. You will need to provide proof of enrollment in at least one course at a college or university, such as a student ID, transcript, tuition bill, or acceptance letter.
