If you’re exploring the capabilities of ChatGPT, you might wonder if the paid version is worth it. OpenAI provides various subscription tiers, with the most affordable plan priced at $20 monthly. This might seem quite high, particularly considering the availability of premium features for free accounts.

Nevertheless, substantial advantages await those who opt for a paid subscription. For college students situated in the United States or Canada, there’s exciting news: ChatGPT Plus is available at no cost for a limited duration.

Eligibility Criteria

This enticing offer is exclusively available to individuals enrolled as full or part-time students at accredited institutions in the U.S. or Canada. If your institution isn’t visible when signing up, don’t be discouraged: OpenAI has provided a support link that can assist you in locating or adding your school to their database. This resource can also verify if your institution is, unfortunately, ineligible. It’s important to register while physically present in the U.S. or Canada, as attempts via VPNs will be unsuccessful unless it’s through an educational VPN that is whitelisted.

To authenticate your student status, OpenAI will utilize a verification service named SheerID. Should this service fail to validate your status via your school’s registrar or single sign-on system, additional documentation may be required to confirm your eligibility. According to SheerID, this information is strictly to confirm your eligibility for the promotion and will not be sold or shared with other parties.

Those with an existing ChatGPT Pro account can take part in this offer. However, it is vital to note that if your account was created through Google Play or the Apple App Store, it won’t be eligible. A new account will need to be created to access ChatGPT Plus for free. Current ChatGPT Pro users also do not qualify.

Available Benefits

If you meet the eligibility requirements, you have the opportunity to claim ChatGPT Plus until May 31, 2025. Once you take advantage of this offer, you’ll enjoy two months of complimentary access to ChatGPT Plus. For instance, signing up on May 31 grants free usage until July 31. After this initial period, the standard fee of $20 per month will apply.

This promotion extends to both new and existing subscribers of ChatGPT Plus. Students who verify their status will receive a two-month credit on their account.

Participating in this promotion provides full access to ChatGPT Plus features, encompassing everything included in the free version, such as GPT-4o mini access, Web searching capabilities, file uploads, data analysis, image creation, and voice mode. In addition, Plus subscribers enjoy increased limits on message sending, file uploads, analytical processing, and image generation. They also benefit from advanced voice mode for video sharing, a comprehensive deep research feature for more complex queries, early access to GPT-4.5, and personalized custom GPTs.

Additional functionalities include scheduling tasks and periodic reminders, along with preliminary access to OpenAI’s Sora video generator.

How to Access ChatGPT Plus at No Cost

If you believe you’re eligible, visit OpenAI’s promotional webpage. Once there, simply click the “Claim offer” button. Log into your account and follow the prompts provided to verify your identity as a qualified student.