Google has announced a limited-time offer providing college students in the United States with free access to Gemini Advanced and a full suite of AI tools under the Google One AI Premium plan.
Highlights
This offer, valued at $20 per month, is available to eligible students until June 30, 2025, and extends through spring 2026.
The subscription includes access to Gemini 2.5 Pro, NotebookLM Plus, 2TB of cloud storage, and creative tools such as Whisk and Veo 2.
It is available to students with a verified “.edu” email address and is designed to support academic and creative tasks through AI-enhanced features integrated across Google services.
Tools and Features Included
The free student subscription includes a variety of tools designed to support learning, research, and content creation:
- Gemini Advanced (powered by Gemini 2.5 Pro): Offers features such as deep research, document summarization, conversational assistance with Gemini Live, and a Canvas tool for writing support.
- NotebookLM Plus: Enables students to upload research materials, syllabi, and documents to generate study guides, mind maps, and audio summaries. It also includes a Discover Sources tool for extended research.
- Veo 2: A text-to-video AI model that converts prompts into high-resolution, eight-second videos, aimed at enhancing visual storytelling and creative presentations.
- Whisk and Whisk Animate: Tools that support image generation and basic animation, useful for project visuals and creative assignments.
- Google Workspace Integration: AI capabilities from Gemini are built into Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides to streamline document creation and organization.
All tools are tied to the user’s personal Google account and follow the standard privacy and data policies under Google One.
Eligibility Requirements
To claim the offer, students must meet the following conditions:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a current resident of the United States
- Be enrolled at a U.S. college or university
- Use a valid “.edu” email address to verify student status
- Enroll by June 30, 2025
- Reverify student status by August 31, 2025, to maintain access
Students currently subscribed to the AI Premium plan must cancel their paid subscription before enrolling in the free offer. Once verified, the AI Premium plan benefits—including cloud storage and AI tools—will remain active through the designated period.
Comparisons with Other Student Offers
Google’s 15-month plan contrasts with other AI offerings in the market. For example, OpenAI recently introduced a two-month free trial of ChatGPT Plus for students in the U.S. and Canada, providing temporary access to GPT-4-turbo.
However, Google’s offering includes a longer access period and integrates AI tools across multiple platforms, including storage, writing support, and creative capabilities.
While both offers aim to support students through AI-driven solutions, Google’s broader toolset and extended duration may appeal to those looking for continuous support across academic and creative workflows.
Enrollment Instructions
Students can enroll by visiting the official Gemini for Students webpage. A valid “.edu” email address is required during registration. After email verification, the plan will be linked to the student’s main Google account. Continued eligibility will require reverification by August 31, 2025.
At this time, the offer is available exclusively in the United States. Google has not confirmed whether it plans to expand the program to other regions in the future.
