- Microsoft offers Microsoft 365 and LinkedIn tools free to students for 12 months
- The package includes Copilot for writing, editing and organizing notes efficiently.
- LinkedIn Premium Career lets students message recruiters directly with AI-assisted drafts
Microsoft is offering eligible students twelve months of Microsoft 365 Premium and LinkedIn Premium Career for free.
The plan combines advanced AI-powered productivity tools with career development resources designed for students facing academic and career demands.
Microsoft says the offer targets students with a valid university email address and is available for a limited time, expiring March 1, 2026.
The Microsoft 365 Premium subscription provides access to familiar apps including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote, all enhanced by Copilot features.
Copilot allows users to write, edit and refine documents more efficiently, organize notes in presentations and generate study materials.
Analyst and researcher tools support deeper data analysis and research, while AI-driven recommendations improve resumes, cover letters, and other professional communications.
The subscription also includes 1TB of cloud storage, ransomware protection through OneDrive, and Microsoft Defender advanced security for personal devices.
LinkedIn Premium Career complements Microsoft 365 Premium by focusing on career development.
Students can see who is viewing their profile, access company information, and compare themselves to other candidates.
The subscription offers five InMail credits per month to contact hiring managers and recruiters directly, as well as AI-generated draft messages.
Users can mark jobs as their top picks, apply for internships or roles they are good candidates for, and get AI-powered advice for skills development and career advancement.
More than 24,000 expert-led courses are available and the platform offers exclusive live events with industry professionals that provide networking opportunities.
Microsoft’s programs for students extend beyond software, as its Student Ambassadors initiative connects learners to a global network to develop AI, digital and leadership skills.
Free Microsoft Applied Skills courses and discounted certification exams allow students to demonstrate their professional skills to employers.
The offering positions AI as a foundational layer of education and reflects its growing importance for higher education students.
Microsoft combines productivity tools with career-oriented resources to give students access to professional-level software and advice while they’re still in school.
Although the plan is presented as a way to excel academically and professionally, its true value depends on how actively students engage with the AI tools and programs provided.
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