Google Colab Pro: Free for a Year at US Colleges
Yes, in the US. Google offers "completely free, 1-year Colab Pro subscriptions" to students and faculty at "U.S.-based higher education institutions."
At a Glance
- Who qualifies
- US college students and faculty
- How long it lasts
- 1 year
- Renewal
- Not stated
- Verified by
- Direct from Google
How to Get the Discount
- Open the Colab signupChoose the education option.
- Verify enrolmentUS institution.
- Use Colab ProFor a year.
The Terms
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Offer | Colab Pro free for 1 year |
| Who | Students and faculty at US colleges |
| Limit | A limited number of subscriptions |
| How | Sign up and verify enrolment |
Checked 14 October 2026.
US Only
The free Colab Pro year is for US higher education.
What You Get
Colab Pro gives more compute in Google's notebook tool for Python, machine learning and data science.
Before You Sign Up
Read the current terms before you sign up. Student offers can change without notice. Check whether the free year turns into a paid plan, and set a reminder before it ends.
How Verification Works
Have your student email, ID or enrolment letter ready. The brand may ask for proof before the student price applies. Keep any confirmation email in case questions come up later. That helps when you renew or upgrade.
Bottom Line
It costs nothing, so claim it if you will use it. Check what happens when your student status ends. That way a paid plan never starts without you noticing.
Compare the Alternatives
Before you buy, look at the alternatives linked on this page. Another brand may have a bigger student discount. It may also have a lower starting price. Check the final price with tax included. Add shipping too if you are ordering a physical product. The headline discount is not the whole story.
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Students also ask
Is Colab Pro free for students?
For US students, a year.
Is it available in Europe?
No.
Is there a limit?
Limited number.
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