If you’re a student who loves music, podcasts, or playlists that help you study, Spotify is probably already on your radar.
The best part? Students can get Spotify Premium at a discounted price.
But first, you need an account! This guide walks you through how to sign up and how to claim the student discount.
Why Students Should Use Spotify
Before diving into the steps, here’s why Spotify is great for students:
- Millions of songs for studying, relaxing, or partying
- Podcast shows on almost every topic
- Offline listening with Premium (perfect for commutes)
- Special student discount that makes Premium cheaper
Ready to get started? Let’s go!
How to Sign Up for a Spotify Account
You’ll be surprised at how easy the process is.
1. Go to the Spotify Website
Open your browser and head to spotify.com.
2. Click “Sign Up”
You’ll find this button at the top right of the page.
3. Choose How You Want to Sign Up
Spotify lets you create an account using:
- Your email
- Your Google account
- Your Facebook account
- Your Apple account
Pick whichever is easiest for you.
4. Fill in Your Information
If you sign up with email, Spotify will ask for:
- Email address
- Password
- Date of birth
- Username
Once you submit the form, your account is created!
How Students Can Get Spotify Premium Student
Now that you have a regular Spotify account, you can upgrade to Spotify Premium Student.
1. Go to the Spotify Premium Student Page
Search “Spotify Premium Student” or find it in the Premium section on Spotify’s website.
2. Click “Get Started”
This will take you to a short verification process.
3. Verify Your Student Status
Spotify uses a service called SheerID to confirm that you’re an active college or university student. They may ask for:
- Your school name
- Your student email
- A document proving enrollment (if needed)
Follow the prompts—it only takes a few minutes.
4. Add Payment Details
Even with the discounted rate, Spotify needs a payment method to activate Premium Student. You won’t be charged until the trial ends (if there’s a trial available in your country).
And that’s it! You now have Spotify Premium Student.
What You Get With Spotify Premium Student
Here’s what students enjoy with the discounted plan:
- No ads interrupting your music
- Unlimited skips
- Offline downloads on mobile
- Better sound quality
- Access to all Premium features at a lower price
Perfect for long study sessions or workouts.
Tips for Students Using Spotify
- Make study playlists to help you focus
- Download songs so you can listen without using data
- Use Spotify on multiple devices like your phone, laptop, or tablet
- Share music with friends to discover new tracks
- Check out Spotify’s student playlists—they’re great for studying or relaxing
Final Thoughts
Signing up for Spotify as a student is quick, easy, and totally worth it—especially with the discounted Premium plan.
Whether you’re discovering new music, listening to podcasts, or building the perfect study playlist, Spotify has something for every student.
If you’re ready, head over to Spotify and create your account today. Happy listening!