Students and faculty get Perplexity Pro for just $4.99/month (75% off), plus a free month to start. Includes AI-powered research with 10x citations, Study Mode for flashcards, and access to the latest AI models.
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How to claim it
- Open the offer. Visit
perplexity.ai/studentsto access the student offers - Create your account. Create a new Perplexity account if you don't have one, or sign in to your existing account
- Claim the free month. For the free month: Complete SheerID verification to receive 1 month of free Perplexity Pro (new accounts only)
- Pick Education Pro. For Education Pro ($4.99/month): Click 'Upgrade' in the bottom left corner of the app, toggle to the Education plan, and click 'Verify as student'
- Verify with SheerID. Complete the SheerID verification process by providing your student or faculty credentials
- Get your discount. Once verified, your Education Pro discount or free month will be applied automatically
- Refer for more months. Optional: Share your referral link with classmates to earn additional free months (1 month per verified referral)
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Who's eligible
Who can get the Perplexity Education Pro - $4.99/month Student Plan student discount?
Students and faculty at university-level institutions or higher who can verify their status through SheerID. The free month promotion is available to new Perplexity account holders who verify student status.
How long does Perplexity Education Pro - $4.99/month Student Plan student access last?
Education Pro subscription continues at $4.99/month while you maintain verified student or faculty status. The free month promotion gives 1 month initially, extendable through referrals (1 month per referred friend, up to 6 months stackable on existing promotions).
Is the Perplexity Education Pro - $4.99/month Student Plan student discount available worldwide?
Available globally wherever SheerID supports student verification. No geographic restrictions are stated in official documentation, though availability depends on whether your institution is supported by SheerID.
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What's included
Perplexity offers students and faculty an incredible 75% discount on their Pro AI research assistant. For just $4.99/month, you get everything in Pro plus education-specific features like 10x citations, Study Mode with flashcards and quizzes, and extended access to Perplexity Research and Academic. New students can also claim 1 free month of Pro and earn additional months by referring classmates.
- 10x Citations in AnswersGet 10 times more source citations in your research answers compared to regular Pro, making it easier to verify information and cite sources in academic work.
- Study ModeInteractive flashcards and quizzes generated from your research to help you study and retain information for exams.
- Unlimited Image UploadsUpload as many images as you need for visual analysis, diagram interpretation, or research purposes.
- Extended Perplexity Research AccessGet extended access to Perplexity's deep research capabilities for comprehensive academic investigations.
- Extended Perplexity Academic AccessEnhanced access to academic-focused search and research tools designed for scholarly work.
- 300+ Pro Searches DailyAccess to over 300 Pro-level AI searches per day using the latest AI models.
- Latest AI ModelsOne subscription gives you access to all the latest AI models for the most accurate and helpful responses.
- Student Referral ProgramEarn additional free months of Pro by referring friends and classmates who verify their student status.
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Fine print & gotchas
- $4.99/month, not free. Education Pro is an ongoing 75%-off subscription; only the intro month is free.
- SheerID verification required and limited to university-level institutions or higher (high school may not qualify).
- Discount lasts only while you stay verified. Lose enrollment and you revert to regular Pro at $20/month.
- Referral free months cap at 6 stacked on existing promotions.
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Common questions
What's the difference between the free month and Education Pro?
The free month is a one-time promotion for new Perplexity accounts that gives you 1 month of standard Pro access. Education Pro is an ongoing subscription at $4.99/month that includes everything in Pro plus extra features like 10x citations, Study Mode, and unlimited image uploads.
Can I get both the free month and Education Pro?
Yes! New students can claim the free month first, then subscribe to Education Pro at $4.99/month afterward to continue with the discounted rate and additional education features.
How many free months can I earn through referrals?
You can earn 1 month of free Pro for each friend you refer who creates a new account and verifies their student status. These months stack on top of existing promotions, up to a maximum of 6 additional months.
Do I need a .edu email address?
Not necessarily. Verification is done through SheerID, which may use various methods to confirm your student status including school email, enrollment documents, or other verification methods depending on your institution.
What happens after I graduate?
Education Pro requires verified student or faculty status. Once you can no longer verify your enrollment, you would need to switch to the regular Pro plan at $20/month.
Is this available for high school students?
Education Pro is specifically for students and faculty at university-level institutions or higher. High school students may not qualify based on the official eligibility requirements.
Can faculty members get this discount too?
Yes! Faculty at university-level institutions or higher are eligible for Education Pro at $4.99/month with the same verification process through SheerID.
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