Spotify Student Plan: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how students can access a discounted music subscription and additional streaming services through this plan.
The Spotify Student Plan is a discounted subscription service designed for students currently enrolled at accredited educational institutions. It provides a way for those in higher education to access music and media at a lower rate than standard users.
Who it's for
To qualify for this plan, you must be a student currently enrolled at an accredited institution. This status must be verified to ensure the discount is being applied to the correct group of users.
What you get
Subscribers to this plan receive a discounted rate for their music subscription. In certain geographic regions, the benefits of this plan are expanded to include access to other streaming services, such as Hulu or Showtime, alongside the music platform.
What it costs you
In addition to the monthly subscription fee, there is a time commitment involved in maintaining your eligibility. You are required to undergo an annual verification process through a third-party service called SheerID to confirm that you are still an active student.
The catch to know
The verification process can sometimes be tricky. You may encounter issues if your specific school or educational institution is not currently listed in the database used for the verification process.
How to apply
- Go to the official Spotify website to begin your application.
- Locate the section for student subscriptions to see the specific details for your region.
- Follow the prompts to complete the student status verification via SheerID.
- Once your status is confirmed, you can finalize your subscription and start using the discounted plan.