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More than a platform. GitHub Education is a commitment to bringing tech and open source collaboration to students and educators across the globe.
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What is GitHub Education?
Free access to tools : Jump-start your development journey with the GitHub Student Developer Pack, offering dozens of premium tools and services at no cost. From GitHub Copilot’s AI-powered coding assistance to GitHub Codespaces, which provide a fully configured cloud development environment, these tools are used daily by professional developers globally. They’d normally cost a fortune, but are available for free to verified students. Real-world experience : Engage in open source projects and collaborative development to gain practical experience and build a portfolio of contributions. This hands-on approach prepares you for a successful career in tech, offering real-world application and visibility. Exclusive learning content : Explore our Learning Paths to find structured educational content designed to guide your learning. These paths provide a clear progression through different tech topics, helping you enhance your knowledge and skills at your own pace. Global network : Connect campus advisors and experts, and attend special events and live streams. Each connection will expand your horizon and open doors to new growth opportunities.
How do I join the GitHub Education?
As a student : If you're currently enrolled at an accredited educational institution, you can apply to become part of GitHub Education. You'll need to provide a school-issued email address or other documents proving your enrollment. Apply through the GitHub Education website, select 'Student', and follow the instructions to submit your information. As a teacher : Educators can join by verifying their teacher status with a school-issued email and documentation of school affiliation. Head over to the GitHub Education site, choose 'Teacher' under the benefits section, and submit your application. As a school : To get your school on board with the free GitHub Education program for schools, you need to be an educational institution offering degrees or certificates. The application should be completed by someone in charge of IT or a department head. Apply through the GitHub Education website, select 'Schools', and follow the instructions to submit your information. As a partner : To begin a collaboration with GitHub Education, visit our partners page to learn more about the details and types of partnership we aim for, then, complete our partnerships form for our team to reach out and discuss the next steps.