If you're in the market for a new MacBook or iPad for college, the Apple Education Store is a great place to start your search. Here, you can find exclusive discounts for students on a range of Apple products, making it easier to gear up for the school year ahead. In this blog, we'll explore everything you need to know about the Apple Education Pricing program so you can take advantage of the student discounts and unlock significant savings on essential tech for your education.
Who can get the Apple student discount?
The Apple education discount enables you to save on devices you need for school, such as Macbooks and iPads. But before getting into more details, let's first see who can benefit from these savings.
The Apple education discount is available to:
- Current college or university students, including students who just got accepted into college or university.
- Parents purchasing on behalf of a college or university student.
- Faculty and staff of all grade levels.
Basically, if you're enrolled in a college or university or you're a parent of a current or newly accepted college student, you're likely eligible for the Apple education discount.
What products does Apple discount for students?
Apple offers student discounts on its most popular education devices, such as MacBooks (MacBook Air and MacBook Pro), iPads (iPad Air and iPad Pro), and desktop Macs (iMac and Mac mini). Additionally, Apple often has discounts on select accessories like the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard.
How much is the Apple student discount?
The savings with the Apple student discount vary depending on the product, but generally, you can expect to save up to 10% on MacBooks and iPads. In other words, you can get up to $200 off on a new MacBook and up to $100 off on a new iPad. The student discounts are available all year round in the Apple Education Store. Still, you can score the best deals during the back-to-school season, when Apple offers a free Apple Gift Card (worth up to $150) for eligible products, making it an excellent time to purchase your Apple gear for college.
How to get the Apple student discount?
Getting the Apple education discount is a simple process that can be done online or in-store. If you're shopping online, here's how to get the best deal on your Apple products:
- Visit the Apple Education Store.
- Browse the selection of discounted products. Look for the Education Savings symbol.
- Select the device you wish to purchase.
- Customize it by choosing specifications such as storage capacity, RAM, color, and other features.
- Add your product to the bag. The discounted prices should be applied automatically.
- After selecting all your desired items, review your bag.
- Ensure that the student discount has been applied to all eligible products.
- Proceed to checkout to finalize your purchase.
- If a gift card is included with your purchase, you'll receive it via email within 24 hours after your item has been shipped to your address or confirmed for pickup at the selected Apple Store.
Keep in mind that Apple may request proof of your student status at any time during or after the purchase, so have your student ID ready.
How many products can you buy with the Apple student discount?
Apple only lets you buy a limited number of products with the education discount. Here's what you can get at a reduced price to gear up for your next semester:
- Mac: You can purchase one MacBook (MacBook Air, MacBook Pro) or one desktop Mac (iMac, Mac mini).
- iPad: You can purchase one iPad (iPad Air, iPad Pro).
- Accessories: You can purchase up to two accessories (Apple Pencil, Magic Keyboard).
This means you can use the discount for multiple purchases and buy a MacBook, an iPad, and two select accessories at a lower cost, which is enough to cover a single student's tech needs.
Does Apple give free AirPods to students?
In the past, Apple used to include a free pair of AirPods with the purchase of a Mac or iPad during its back-to-school promotions. However, the company no longer offers free AirPods in its promotions, at least not in the U.S. Instead, students buying a Mac or iPad now receive a gift card that can be used toward future Apple purchases. So, if you want AirPods, you can get a pair with this gift card.
Does Apple offer student discounts on iPhones?
Apple does not offer student discounts on iPhones through its education pricing program. This program is mainly focused on Macs, iPads, and certain accessories, which are considered more directly related to educational use. If you want to save on a new iPhone, check Apple's trade-in deals or carrier promotions.
Information provided in this blog post was as of 7/12/2024 and may change anytime. Always check the Apple Education Store or contact Apple for the latest details and offers.
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