Claude

Anthropic launched Claude for Education for the Stanford community starting June 30, 2026.
It gives full access to advanced Claude AI models, developer execution via Claude Code, workspace integrations via Claude Cowork, and Socratic Learning Mode within a secure enterprise setup.
All active students, faculty, postdocs, and staff get standard access completely free.
Free Enterprise Standard Tier

• 100% free for active Stanford faculty, students, postdocs, and staff.
• Includes basic Claude Chat, Claude Code, Claude Cowork, and Learning Mode features.

Enterprise Premium Tier

• Priced at $51.50/month (or equivalent prorated rate based on contract terms) for active SUNet IDs with a valid PTA.
• Designed for higher-volume research, heavy administrative workflows, and deep API integrations.

How to Claim this Deal

1. Ensure you have an active Stanford SUNet ID.
2. Head over to the Stanford Service Portal for Claude for Education (uit.stanford.edu).
3. Pick your option: Request a "Claude for Education Standard" account (free) or "Claude for Education Premium" account.
4. Log in using Stanford Single Sign-On (SSO) with your @stanford.edu email and accept the university's responsible AI terms.
5. Access the platform on web, via desktop apps, or route API calls through the Stanford AI API Gateway.

Learns FAQs here. (uit.stanford.edu)
Key Benefits

• Claude Enterprise Standard at no charge
• Claude Chat access
• Claude Code included
• Claude Cowork included
• Learning Mode and Claude Skills
• University-managed security and integrations

• Valid Student ID verification• No credit card required
• Must be active Stanford faculty, student, postdoc, or staff
• Active SUNet ID required
• Visiting scholars, affiliates and fellows aren't covered by the free Enterprise Standard tier
• Premium requires an active SUNet ID and valid PTA