Amazon has a special deal for currently enrolled students. If you are a student in a college or university in the U.S., you are eligible to join and subscribe to Amazon Prime Student membership plan. It will give you more benefits without paying as much. Instead of paying the regular monthly price of $12.99, you only have to pay $6.49, that’s 50% savings on Prime monthly subscription fees.
What’s Included in your Amazon Prime Student Membership
Aside from half the cost discount on Amazon Prime Student, you will also receive a 6-month free trial that you can cancel at any time. Students who qualify will also receive free two-data shipping on eligible purchases. On top of that, they can get access to Prime Video, Prime Music, Prime Photos, and Prime Reading.
Eligible students who join can avail themselves of exclusive deals and discounts on Amazon being an Amazon Prime Student member. They will also have one free Twitch channel subscription every 30 days during the trial period. Access to Prime Gaming, Textbook Rental, and Prime Wardrobe is also part of the package.
How to Join and Sign-Up for an Amazon Prime Student Discount Plan

- To sign-up on Amazon Prime Student, follow the steps below.
- On your browser, go to amazon.com/joinstudent.
- Click the Try Prime Student button.
- Sign in to your account.
- Complete the form.
- Now, open your email and click the verification link for confirmation.
- Continue with the sign-up process.
How to Change Amazon Prime Account to Amazon Prime Student

If you already have an Amazon Prime account, you can switch it to Amazon Prime Student subscription if you are eligible for the discounted plan offer.
- Open and access your Amazon Prime account on any browser.
- Click Your Account.
- Go to Login & Security.
- Look for your account information and click Edit.
- Now, you can change it to Amazon Prime Student.
- Click Save Changes.
- Click Done.
Wrapping Up!
After switching to Amazon Prime Student, you will receive a refund if you have the remaining months left on your Amazon Prime subscription. However, you cannot share your benefits with other individuals if you have been doing so with your Amazon Prime subscription. Still, you can share shipping benefits if you are the primary Amazon Prime holder.
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