Does Cursor offer a student discount?
Current pricing and student options
As of 2025, Cursor's pricing includes a free tier with limited AI requests and a Pro plan at $20 per month (or $192 per year). There is no official student discount program advertised on Cursor's website. However, the free plan may be sufficient for light use, and students can upgrade to Pro if they need more requests.
Some students report using GitHub's Student Developer Pack, which sometimes includes credits for AI services, but Cursor is not typically part of that pack. It's best to check Cursor's official pricing page for any changes, as they may introduce educational discounts in the future.
- Free plan: limited AI requests per month, no cost.
- Pro plan: $20/month or $192/year, includes more requests and advanced models.
- No official student discount as of early 2025.
- Check Cursor's website or contact support for potential future offers.
Alternatives for students
If cost is a concern, consider using Cursor's free tier combined with your own API keys for additional requests. Some AI providers offer free credits for students, such as OpenAI's research credits or GitHub Copilot's free access for students (which is a different tool).
Also, many universities provide access to AI tools through their computer science departments. It's worth checking with your school's IT or library services to see if they offer any subscriptions.
- Use Cursor's free plan for basic needs.
- Bring your own API key to supplement requests (if supported).
- Check if your university provides AI tool subscriptions.
- Look for student credits from AI providers like OpenAI or Anthropic.
Common mistakes
- Assuming Cursor has a student discount like GitHub Copilot; it currently does not.
- Believing the free plan is unlimited; it has monthly request caps.
- Overlooking university-provided licenses for AI tools.
