- Microsoft provides students with Microsoft 365 and LinkedIn tools for free for 12 months
- The package includes Copilot to prepare, edit and organize notes efficiently
- LinkedIn Premium Career lets students message recruiters directly with AI-assisted drafting
Microsoft offers qualified college students twelve months of Microsoft 365 Premium and LinkedIn Premium Career at no cost.
The plan combines advanced AI-powered productivity tools with career development resources designed for students navigating academic and professional demands.
Microsoft says the offer is aimed at students with a valid college email address and is available for a limited time, ending March 1, 2026.
The Microsoft 365 Premium subscription provides access to familiar apps including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and OneNote, all enhanced with Copilot features.
Copilot allows users to draft, 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-powered recommendations enhance resumes, cover letters and other professional communications.
The subscription also includes 1 TB 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 insights and compare themselves to other applicants.
The subscription offers five InMail credits per month to contact hiring managers and recruiters directly along with AI-generated message drafts.
Users can mark jobs as top picks, apply for internships or positions where they are strong candidates, and get AI-powered advice for skill development and career growth.
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 student-focused programs extend beyond software as its Student Ambassadors initiative connects students with a global network to develop AI, digital and leadership skills.
Free Microsoft Applied Skills courses and discounted certification exams give students a way to demonstrate career-ready skills to employers.
The offer positions artificial intelligence as a foundational layer of education and reflects its growing importance to students in higher education.
Microsoft combines productivity tools with career-oriented resources to give students access to professional-level software and guidance while still in school.
Although the plan is marketed 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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