Apply to an accredited college or university that provides student email accounts
Enroll in courses and complete the school’s registration process
Activate your student account through the school’s IT or email portal
Use the assigned school email address, which may or may not end in .edu
Check whether your institution offers a .edu address or a different official domain
Contact the school’s help desk if your student email is not working
Avoid buying, sharing, or using fake .edu addresses
Use legitimate student status to access any education-related services that require verification