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Qualifications for Google Workspace for Education

Google Workspace for Education is a suite of Google tools and services that are tailored for schools. It is available globally for educational institutions that qualify. Google reserves the right to determine an organization's eligibility for Google Workspace for Education. When you complete and submit your application, it will be processed in 10 business days or less. Prospective customers are automatically enrolled in a 30-day Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals trial upon sign up. For more information on Education editions, go to Compare editions.

To qualify for Google Workspace for Education

K–12 schools, higher-education institutions globally, and homeschool co-ops in the U.S. are eligible for Google Workspace for Education if they meet certain criteria.

K–12 and higher institutions must be a government-recognized, formally-accredited educational institution delivering nationally or internationally-approved certifications or diplomas at primary, secondary, or third levels. The education institution applying for Google Workspace for Education must submit the application.

Institutions not eligible for Google Workspace for Education

Organizations such as military academies and public libraries do not qualify for Google Workspace for Education. A Google Workspace Business edition might be a good option instead. For more information, visit Choose your Google Workspace edition.

How the qualifications work for K–12 or higher

Here are some examples of fictional schools and organizations to explain how the qualifications work.

Qualifies Doesn't qualify
Park Elementary School Park University fraternities, sororities, and student organizations
Park Middle School Park sports teams, clubs, or instructional classes
Park High School Third-party IT provider for Park Schools
Park School District Park City Doctors Association
Park Technical College Park teacher or student website or blog
Park Community College Park Driving School
Park University Park Church

Ready to sign up?

K–12 or higher organizations—If you meet the above requirements, go to the sign-up process.

Are you a homeschool co-op in the US? Visit Get started with Google Workspace for Education for homeschools

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