How does Apple check if you’re a student?

Store attendants in the Apple Retail Store, third-party vendors, or Authorized Campus Resellers may ask you to provide proof of eligibility (for example, the current semester’s tuition fee receipt or your current school ID). Online, Apple will require you to tick a box to verify that you belong to the group eligible to get Apple’s Education pricing discount.

Apple Student Discount 2025: What You Need to Know

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Apple devices rarely go on sale, but students, teachers, and school staff can get year-round savings on select products through the official Apple Education Store. And for a limited time each year, Apple runs a Back to School promotion that adds even more value, often throwing in AirPods or an Apple Pencil for free.

If you’re wondering how it all works and how much you’ll actually save in 2025, here’s everything you need to know—explained in simple, clear terms.

What Apple Products Are Discounted for Students?

Student discounts apply only to a few product categories:

MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
iMac and Mac mini
iPad Air and iPad Pro

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You won’t get a discount on iPhones, Apple Watch, Apple TV, HomePods, accessories, or software. AirPods, Magic Mouse, Apple Pencil, and other accessories aren’t directly discounted either, but Apple often gives them away during their annual Back to School deal.

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How Much Can You Save with Apple’s Education Discount?

Apple doesn’t follow a fixed percentage discount. Instead, the savings vary based on the model and region. But here’s a general idea:

Up to $200 off on Macs
Up to $100 off on iPads

Here’s how regular prices compare to student pricing in 2025 in the U.S.

iPad Discounts (U.S. 2025 Pricing)

Model	Regular Price	Student Price
iPad (A16)	$349	$329
iPad mini (A17 Pro)	$499	$449
iPad Air (11″, M3)	$599	$549
iPad Air (13″, M2)	$799	$749
iPad Pro (11″, M4)	$999	$899
iPad Pro (13″, M4)	$1,299	$1,199

Mac & MacBook Discounts (U.S. 2025 Pricing)

Model	Regular Price	Student Price
MacBook Air (13.6″, M4)	$999	$899
MacBook Air (15″, M4)	$1,199	$1,099
MacBook Pro (14″, M4)	$1,599	$1,499
MacBook Pro (14″, M4 Pro)	$1,999	$1,849
MacBook Pro (16″, M4 Pro)	$2,499	$2,299
Mac mini (M4)	$599	$499
Mac Studio (M4 Max)	$1,999	$1,799
Mac Pro (M2 Ultra)	$6,999	$6,599

Apple offers similar education pricing in the U.K., Canada, Australia, India, and other regions. The exact prices vary by country and local currency, but the savings typically fall in the same range: around 10–15% off on eligible iPads and Macs.

Who’s Eligible for the Apple Student Discount?

To qualify for Apple’s education discount in 2025, you must fall under one of the following groups:

A current or newly admitted student at a higher education institution (college or university)
A parent purchasing on behalf of a child who is a higher education student
A faculty or staff member at any K–12 or higher education institution
A home educator (such as a homeschooling parent)

K–12 students themselves aren’t eligible, but teachers, school staff, and homeschool educators are.

How Apple Verifies Eligibility (By Region)

Depending on your country, Apple verifies your eligibility in different ways. In the United Kingdom, you’ll need to verify through UNiDAYS using your student email and school details. In the U.S., UNiDAYS isn’t always required—you can shop directly, but Apple may still ask for a student ID, acceptance letter, or school email. In Canada, Australia, and India, no upfront login is required. However, Apple may follow up with a request for proof before or after you place the order.

No matter where you are, Apple can cancel your order or charge full price if you can’t prove eligibility. So it’s best to have your documents ready just in case.

Apple Education Store Purchase Limits

Yes, Apple does place yearly purchase limits for those using educational pricing to prevent misuse. If you’re eligible, here’s what you’re allowed to buy each calendar year:

1 Mac desktop (includes iMac, Mac Studio, Mac Pro, or Mac mini)
1 Mac laptop (includes MacBook Air or MacBook Pro)
2 iPads (any model from the iPad Air or iPad Pro line)
2 accessories (these must be items offered with education pricing, like Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, Apple Pencil, etc.)

These limits apply per customer, per year. That means if you’re a student or faculty member, you can only buy one discounted MacBook and two iPads per year—even if you need to replace or upgrade more than one. You cannot use the education store to purchase items in bulk or on behalf of others who aren’t eligible.

Also, purchases must be for personal use. Apple prohibits reselling devices purchased through the Education Store. If Apple finds any violation or suspects misuse (like multiple orders under one name), they can cancel the order or charge the difference in price.

These limits are consistent across most countries and are stated in Apple’s official sales policies for the Education Store. So it’s best to plan your purchases accordingly.

How to Get the Student Discount

If you’re a student, parent, or educator, here’s how you can grab Apple’s education pricing in 2025. The process is nearly the same across countries, with a few small variations.

First, here are direct links to Apple’s Education Stores based on country:

Go to your country’s Apple Education Store using the link above.
Browse the eligible Mac and iPad models—student prices are listed directly on the page.
Select your preferred device and customize options like storage, color, and keyboard.
Add it to your cart and proceed to checkout.
Apple may request proof of eligibility, like a student ID, school-issued email, or acceptance letter. It’s not always immediate, but having those ready just in case is a good idea.

In the US, Canada, Australia, India, and most countries, you can shop directly without logging in upfront. But Apple might verify eligibility before or after purchase. In the U.K., you’ll need to sign in with UNiDAYS using your university email before seeing student pricing.

Simply follow the process based on your country, and you’ll get access to Apple’s discounted pricing with minimal hassle.

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Apple’s Back to School Offer 2025

Every year, Apple also runs a limited-time Back to School promotion in select countries. It offers extra value on top of regular student discounts, making it one of the best times to buy a Mac or iPad for school, college, or teaching.

The 2025 promotion runs on the following schedule:

June to September – U.S., India, and Canada
July to October – U.K. and most of Europe
January to March – Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, and South Korea

If you buy a qualifying Mac or iPad during this period, you’ll get to choose one free or discounted accessory. What you get depends on the product you purchase:

Product Type	Free or Discounted Item	Value (U.S.)	Extra Cost You Need to Pay
MacBook (Air/Pro)	AirPods 4 with ANC	$179	None
	AirPods Pro 2	$179	+$70
	Magic Mouse	$79–$99	None
	Magic Trackpad	$129–$149	None
	Magic Keyboard with Touch ID	$179–$199	None
iMac	AirPods 4 with ANC	$179	None
	AirPods Pro 2	$179	+$70
iPad (Air/Pro)	Apple Pencil Pro	$119	None
	AirPods 4	$129	None
	AirPods 4 with ANC	$129	+$50
	AirPods Pro 2	$129	+$120
	Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (11″)	$119	+$130
	Magic Keyboard for iPad Air (13″)	$119	+$180
	Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro (11″)	$119	+$160
	Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro (13″)	$119	+$210

Customers must manually select the accessory at checkout. If they choose to upgrade to a more expensive option, they’ll pay the price difference.

This offer is only valid online via the Apple Education Store, in retail stores, or through 1-800-MY-APPLE. Refurbished, open-box, or reseller purchases aren’t eligible.

Bonus: Apple Music Student Plan

Students can also get 50% off the Apple Music plan, paying just $5.99/month instead of the regular $10.99. On top of that, Apple throws in free Apple TV+ for as long as you remain a verified student. The discount is valid for up to 48 months, which is enough to cover most college programs.

To activate the offer, you’ll need to verify your student status using a platform like UNiDAYS. This student deal is available in most countries where Apple Music is supported, including the U.S., U.K., Canada, Australia, and India.

Final Tip

Even if you don’t qualify, check Apple’s Refurbished Store or other retailers for deals. However, if you’re a student or educator, Apple’s Education Store is the most reliable way to save—and it only takes a few steps to verify your eligibility.

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