Students: save on laptops, streaming and more with these discounts

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UB offers a number of ways students can save on devices, software, and streaming services. Photo by Douglas Levere

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By Michael Canfield
 IT Communication Specialist

Published December 18, 2024

Being a student isn’t easy, but a little help can go a long way. That’s why we’ve gathered a list of tech-related discounts and other student perks. Check it out to see how you can save on devices, software, and streaming services—just for being a UB student! Be sure to check with each vendor to make sure the listed offer is still valid.

Computers and hardware

  • Apple: discounts on MacBooks, iPads and accessories
  • Best Buy: discounts on lots of products, from laptops to smart TVs and more
  • Dell: discounts on new laptops, including Inspiron 15 (under $300). 
  • HP: student and teacher discounts up to 40% through their membership program
  • Lenovo: discounts on a variety of laptops, including the Lenovo V14 G4 ABP ($500) and ThinkPad L13 Yoga (under $900) 
  • Logitech: 30% off discount for students by registering with UNiDAYS
  • Microsoft: products for students, parents, and educators
  • Samsung: select Samsung products offered at an education discount

Software and online tools

  • Ableton Live: 60% discount on music creation tools for students and teachers
  • Adobe Creative Cloud: 60% off regular subscription price for Creative Cloud
  • Evernote: 40% off notetaking and organizing tool
  • GitHub: free upgrade to GitHub’s Student Developer Pack
  • Notion: free version of organization and planning software for students and educators
  • Ulysses: writing app for Mac/iPad/iPhone offered at a discount of $10.99 for 6 months

Subscription services

Don't forget

UB students also get free software and have access to equipment loans and other resources from UB Libraries.

Get help with technology at UB

If you need help navigating UB technology, visit the UBIT Help Center, online at buffalo.edu/ubit/help or call 716-645-3542.

UB Information Technology News keeps UB students, faculty, and staff informed about their IT services and showcases creative collaborations between UBIT and the campus community. Published by the Office of the Chief Information Officer at UB and distributed via email as The Monthly Download. Edited by Diana Tuorto, IT Communication and Engagement, dianatuo@buffalo.edu.