Grammarly does offer a student discount, but only through Grammarly's official education program

Grammarly offers a reduced price for students through its education program, not through general discount codes. The student plan costs less per month than the standard subscription, though the exact price varies depending on your school and your location. You access it by verifying your student status through Grammarly's website using your school email address or a valid student ID.

The discount is not automatic — you have to find the student offer and complete the verification step yourself. Grammarly will not reduce your price if you sign up with a regular email address, even if you are a student. The verification process usually takes a few minutes, and once approved, the discount applies to your account when ready.

Key Takeaways

  • Grammarly's student discount is available only through its education program, accessed by verifying your student status with a school email or student ID.
  • The student plan costs less than Grammarly's standard subscription, though the price depends on your school's location and your country.
  • You must start the verification process yourself — Grammarly will not automatically detect that you are a student.
  • The verification usually takes a few minutes, and the discount becomes active on your account right away.

How to verify your student status

Go to Grammarly's education page and select the option to verify as a student. You will be asked to provide either your school email address or upload an image of your student ID. If you use your school email, Grammarly will send a verification link to that address — click it to confirm. If you upload a student ID, Grammarly's system will review the image and notify you when verification is complete, usually within a few hours.

Your school email address is the fastest route because verification happens when ready. If your school does not provide student email addresses, or if you no longer have access to yours, the student ID upload method works just as well, though it takes longer. Make sure the ID is current and clearly shows your name, your school's name, and the expiration date.

What the student plan includes

Grammarly's student plan gives you access to the same core features as the paid subscription: real-time grammar and spelling checks, tone detection, clarity suggestions, and plagiarism detection. You can use it on the Grammarly website, in the browser extension, and in the desktop app. The student plan does not include features that the premium plan offers, such as advanced tone adjustments or the ability to check documents in bulk.

The student discount applies only to Grammarly Premium. If you want Grammarly Business (which is designed for teams and organizations), the student discount does not explore, and you would need to contact Grammarly's sales team for pricing.

How long the student discount lasts

The student discount remains active as long as your student status verification stays current. Grammarly will ask you to re-verify your status periodically — usually once per year. If you graduate or leave school, you will need to update your account information. Grammarly will notify you before your verification expires, so you have time to renew it or switch to a different plan.

If your verification expires and you do not renew it, your account will revert to the regular pricing for Grammarly Premium. You will not lose your account or your writing history — you will straightforward be charged at the standard rate on your next billing date.

Other ways to reduce the cost

If you do not have access to a school email or student ID, Grammarly occasionally runs promotions for new users that reduce the first month or offer a discount on an annual subscription. These promotions are not student-specific and are available to anyone signing up. You can also look for Grammarly discount codes through third-party websites, though these are usually smaller discounts than the student plan offers.

Some employers and organizations also provide Grammarly subscriptions to their employees or members at no cost. If you work for a large company or belong to a professional organization, it is worth checking whether Grammarly is included in your benefits.

What happens if verification fails

If Grammarly cannot verify your student status, you will receive a message explaining why. Common reasons include an expired student ID, a school email address that is no longer active, or an ID image that is too blurry or cut off. You can try again with a different piece of documentation or contact Grammarly's support team for help.

Grammarly's support team can sometimes manually verify your status if you provide additional documentation, such as a course registration screenshot or a letter from your school. If you cannot verify your status, you can still use Grammarly Premium at the regular price, or use Grammarly's free version, which includes basic grammar and spelling checks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my parent's school email to get the student discount?

No. Grammarly requires that the email address or student ID belong to you personally. If your parent works at a school, their email address will not work for the student discount. You need your own current student email or student ID.

Does the student discount work internationally?

Yes, Grammarly's student discount is available to students in most countries. The price in your local currency may differ from the price in other regions, but the discount applies the same way. Verification works the same way regardless of where your school is located.

What if I am taking online classes but do not have a school email?

You can use your student ID instead. Upload a clear image of the front and back of your ID to Grammarly's verification page. Make sure your name, school name, and expiration date are all visible. Grammarly will review it and let you know if it is accepted.

Can I share my student discount with a friend?

No. The student discount is tied to your account and your verified student status. Each person needs their own account and their own verification. Sharing login credentials violates Grammarly's terms of service.

What is the price difference between student and regular plans?

The exact difference varies by country and changes over time. In the United States, the student plan typically costs significantly less per month than the standard subscription, but you should check Grammarly's education page for current pricing in your region.