Kiro Students: 1,000 Free Credits a Month for a Year
Yes, at participating universities. "Eligible university students get 1,000 credits per month free for one year." The blog adds "full access to paid features such as premium models and Kiro Web." No credit card is needed.
At a Glance
- Who qualifies
- Students at participating universities
- How long it lasts
- 12 months
- Renewal
- Not renewable
- Verified by
- Direct from Kiro (AWS)
How to Get the Discount
- Sign in with your university emailGoogle, GitHub or AWS Builder ID.
- Verify on the bannerComplete SheerID.
- Use your creditsEvery month for a year.
The Terms
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Credits | 1,000 per month |
| Length | 12 months, then Kiro Free |
| Who | 18+, enrolled at a participating university |
| Verification | University email + SheerID |
| Schools | 121 new universities added in Sept 2026 (US, UK, Germany and more) |
Checked 14 October 2026.
Participating Schools Only
Kiro Students only works at listed universities. If yours is missing, you can submit your university email to be considered later.
Credits Reset Monthly
Kiro credits do not roll over, and you cannot buy extra credits during the student year. After 12 months you move to the free tier and keep your code and projects.
Before You Sign Up
Read the current terms before you sign up. Student offers can change without notice. After the free year you move to Kiro Free, so check whether that plan covers what you need.
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.
More developer tools: GitHub Student Developer Pack and student developer discounts.
Students also ask
Is Kiro free for students?
Yes, at participating universities, for a year.
How many credits?
1,000 a month.
Does it renew?
No, one year only.
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