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Is ChatGPT for Teachers really free?
ChatGPT for Teachers is free through June 2028 for verified U.S. K-12 educators, and the $240 ChatGPT for Teachers perk card on AI Perks shows who qualifies and how to claim it.
That answers the "is ChatGPT free for teachers" question, with one caveat: free here means a defined period, not forever. OpenAI has said pricing after that is not published, and we cover that below.
The card is where you start. It opens in place, lists the details, and takes you to the trial. AI Perks also tracks more student and educator offers, so you can see what else fits your classroom.
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What does ChatGPT for Teachers include?
OpenAI lists unlimited access to its flagship model, file uploads, connectors and apps, voice mode, image generation, data analysis, web search, memory and deep research. At launch the plan highlighted unlimited GPT-5.1 Auto messages alongside search, uploads, connectors and image generation.
It also adds a workspace. Once you are set up, you can use it on your own or invite other teachers and staff in your school or district. A workspace cannot include teachers from other districts.
School and district leaders can claim their domain to bring educators into one workspace. They get role-based access controls and SAML SSO.
OpenAI's own analysis shows what teachers do with it. Educators sent more than 1.9 million time-saving messages, including 900,000 about report cards and progress reports and 800,000 about lesson planning.
How does it compare with ChatGPT Plus and other plans?
OpenAI says regular ChatGPT does not offer what the teacher plan does: a secure workspace for collaborating with colleagues, admin controls, and enhanced data privacy and compliance features. The OpenAI help center compares the teacher plan with a ChatGPT Plus account directly. Here is how the public offers line up on cost:
| Plan | Public cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free consumer ChatGPT | Free | Available to everyone |
| ChatGPT for Teachers | Free through June 2028 | Verified U.S. K-12 educators, workspace and admin controls |
| Student offer for Plus | 4 free monthly billing periods | A separate offer, not the teacher plan |
| ChatGPT Edu | Deployed by universities | Higher-ed counterpart aimed at universities |
If you searched for "chatgpt plus for teachers" or "chatgpt teacher discount", this is the closest public answer. Open the ChatGPT for Teachers card to see the current claim details.
Top AI Credits for Startups
Apply directly through these verified programs.
ChatGPT $240
Eligible for early-stage startups
Claude $200
Eligible for early-stage startups
Canva $144
Eligible for early-stage startups
Notion $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Figma $1,080
Eligible for early-stage startups
Perplexity $84
Eligible for early-stage startups
What about privacy and student data?
Schools ask about this first, so here is what OpenAI states publicly. Anything you share in the teacher plan, such as classroom materials or planning work, is not used to train models by default. The Teacher Access Terms go further: OpenAI will not use your content to develop or improve its services.
Security covers multi-factor authentication, SAML SSO and encryption. A 16-state data privacy agreement gives districts a common framework for evaluating the product. Under the Student DPA, Student Data belongs to the School and stays under its control.
There are points to know before you start:
- OpenAI may use automated systems to classify content for safety and quality.
- Access to stored conversations is limited to authorized employees and bound contractors for specific purposes.
- Your school may access, modify or delete your content, and administrators may see classroom content, settings and activity.
- The Teacher Account is separate from your personal account. Personal or commercial projects unrelated to your work are not allowed.
Read the full education terms before you put anything sensitive in.
How long does it stay free, and what comes after?
OpenAI says the plan is free through June 2028. Its public pages are not fully consistent, though:
| Source | Stated end date |
|---|---|
| Teacher plan page and OpenAI announcements | June 2028 |
| Pricing page FAQ | June 2027 |
Treat June 2028 as the headline date and check the card for the latest status. Pricing after the free period is not published. OpenAI says it may introduce or adjust pricing but wants to keep it affordable for educators.
It also promises advance notice of any change, so teachers and schools can decide whether to continue. The terms reserve the right to start charging for services that were previously free. Teacher accounts inactive for over a year without a paid account may be terminated, so log in now and then.
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Apply directly through these verified programs.
ChatGPT $240
Eligible for early-stage startups
Claude $200
Eligible for early-stage startups
Canva $144
Eligible for early-stage startups
Notion $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Figma $1,080
Eligible for early-stage startups
Perplexity $84
Eligible for early-stage startups
Which other educator perks can you stack with it?
ChatGPT is one line in a longer list. These are the educator-side amounts in the AI Perks catalogue, each linked to its own card. For related reading, see the Claude student discount guide and the Canva discount code guide.
| Company | Free credits | How to get |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT (teachers) | $240 | Get this perk |
| Claude (teachers) | $200 | Get this perk |
| Canva (education) | $144 | Get this perk |
| Notion (education) | $120 | Get this perk |
| Figma (education) | $1,080 | Get this perk |
| HeyGen (educators) | about $250 | Get this perk |
Total across the six educator perks: $240 + $200 + $144 + $120 + $1,080 + $250 = $2,034 in catalogue value (HeyGen is an approximate figure).
Each card shows who qualifies and how to claim, so you can check which ones fit your role before you spend time on any of them.
How do you get started step by step?
Step 1: Get credits via AI Perks. Go to getaiperks.com and open the ChatGPT for Teachers card. It opens in place, so you do not lose your spot in the catalogue.
Step 2: Read the card. It shows who qualifies and how to claim. Everything specific to your situation is there.
Step 3: Set up your workspace. Once you are in, decide whether to work alone or invite colleagues from your own school or district.
Step 4: Check your school's rules. Ask your administrator how your school treats content, since your school may access it. Keep personal projects on your own account.
Step 5: Add the rest. Open the Claude, Canva, Notion and Figma cards for the other tools on your list. Researchers can also browse the free AI credits for researchers guide.
Top AI Credits for Startups
Apply directly through these verified programs.
ChatGPT $240
Eligible for early-stage startups
Claude $200
Eligible for early-stage startups
Canva $144
Eligible for early-stage startups
Notion $120
Eligible for early-stage startups
Figma $1,080
Eligible for early-stage startups
Perplexity $84
Eligible for early-stage startups
FAQ
Is ChatGPT free for teachers?
Yes, for verified U.S. K-12 educators, OpenAI lists the plan as free through June 2028. The catalogue shows a $240 value. Open the ChatGPT for Teachers card to see who qualifies and how to claim, then start your trial from there.
What is the difference between ChatGPT for Teachers and ChatGPT Plus?
OpenAI says the teacher plan adds a secure collaborative workspace, admin controls, and enhanced data privacy and compliance features that regular ChatGPT does not offer. The OpenAI help center compares the two plans side by side. More educator offers are listed at getaiperks.com.
What happens after June 2028?
Pricing after the free period is not published. OpenAI says it may introduce or adjust pricing but wants to keep it affordable for educators, and it promises advance notice of any change. The pricing page FAQ says June 2027, so check the card for the current status.
Is my content used to train models?
Not by default. OpenAI states that content shared in the teacher plan is not used to train models by default, and the Teacher Access Terms say it will not use your content to develop or improve its services. Read the education terms before sharing anything sensitive.
Can I invite colleagues to my workspace?
Yes, within your own school or district. You can use the workspace alone or invite other teachers and staff, but a workspace cannot include teachers from other districts. School and district leaders can claim their domain to bring educators into one workspace.
Which other educator perks are in the catalogue?
Alongside ChatGPT at $240, the catalogue lists Claude at $200, Canva at $144, Notion at $120, Figma at $1,080 and HeyGen at about $250. Each has its own card at getaiperks.com showing who qualifies and how to claim.
Ready to claim your free credits?
Start with the ChatGPT for Teachers card, then check the other educator perks that match your role. Every card opens in place and shows the details you need.
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