Issue in getting approved for github education.

[Infernys]

Hi everyone,

Hey,
I applied 2 times now but i'm getting rejected, don't know what is the issue? While applying it shows certain domain student email id should be added but my college doesn't give one actually. any help ?

[mattkerbyy]

Hey Infernys!

I can definitely help you with this GitHub Education approval issue. The main problem seems to be that your college doesn't provide academic email addresses, which is unfortunately a common requirement for GitHub's verification process.

Here are a few solutions you can try:

For the email issue:
Contact your college's IT department or registrar's office and ask if they can provide you with an official academic email address. Many colleges do have them but students aren't always aware of how to get one. Sometimes they're available through your student portal or learning management system.

Alternative verification methods:
If your college truly doesn't provide academic emails, you can try verifying your student status using other documents like:

• A current enrollment letter from your registrar
• Your official transcript
• Student ID card (make sure it shows current dates)
• Any official document that shows your name and current enrollment status

Tips for your next application:
Make sure all your information matches exactly across all documents. Use your full legal name as it appears on official college documents. Upload clear, high quality images of any documents you submit.

If you keep getting rejected:
Try reaching out to GitHub Education support directly through their help channels. Explain your college's situation with email addresses and ask what alternative verification they accept. Sometimes human review can help in cases where automated systems fail.

Don't give up! Many students face this same issue and eventually get approved. The key is often finding the right combination of documentation that works for your specific college situation.

Let me know if you need help with any of these steps!

[Infernys]

thanks man for replying, i tried with my Student ID but keep getting rejected.

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On Fri, Sep 12, 2025 at 12:24 AM Kerbytes ***@***.***> wrote: Hey Infernys! I can definitely help you with this GitHub Education approval issue. The main problem seems to be that your college doesn't provide academic email addresses, which is unfortunately a common requirement for GitHub's verification process. Here are a few solutions you can try: *For the email issue:* Contact your college's IT department or registrar's office and ask if they can provide you with an official academic email address. Many colleges do have them but students aren't always aware of how to get one. Sometimes they're available through your student portal or learning management system. *Alternative verification methods:* If your college truly doesn't provide academic emails, you can try verifying your student status using other documents like: - A current enrollment letter from your registrar - Your official transcript - Student ID card (make sure it shows current dates) - Any official document that shows your name and current enrollment status *Tips for your next application:* Make sure all your information matches exactly across all documents. Use your full legal name as it appears on official college documents. Upload clear, high quality images of any documents you submit. *If you keep getting rejected:* Try reaching out to GitHub Education support directly through their help channels. Explain your college's situation with email addresses and ask what alternative verification they accept. Sometimes human review can help in cases where automated systems fail. Don't give up! Many students face this same issue and eventually get approved. The key is often finding the right combination of documentation that works for your specific college situation. Let me know if you need help with any of these steps! — Reply to this email directly, view it on GitHub <#173168 (comment)>, or unsubscribe <https://github.com/notifications/unsubscribe-auth/AXHRY7T5BT4Q3AKWLLRTLTD3SHAOVAVCNFSM6AAAAACGHSQVWSVHI2DSMVQWIX3LMV43URDJONRXK43TNFXW4Q3PNVWWK3TUHMYTIMZXG4ZDMNY> . You are receiving this because you authored the thread.Message ID: ***@***.***>

[VictorMoni]

Hi @Infernys

Since your college doesn’t provide a student email, the best way is to reapply using extra documents.
Attach your student ID, enrollment proof, or an official letter from your college confirming your studies.

When submitting, add a short note like this:

"My university doesn’t provide a student email. I am attaching my valid student ID and enrollment proof to verify my academic status."

If it still gets rejected, contact the GitHub Education Support team directly:

👉 GitHub Education Support