<![CDATA[Online Degrees and CLEP and DSST Exam Prep Discussion - Free Courses and Certificates and Good Deals]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/ Sun, 25 Oct 2026 11:22:32 +0000 MyBB <![CDATA[Free 1 year Google AI Pro for students]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-1-year-Google-AI-Pro-for-students Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:48:23 +0000 Hotdogman1]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-1-year-Google-AI-Pro-for-students https://gemini.google/students/

"The free Google AI Pro student offer is available to eligible U.S. college students ages 18+. Both new users and students whose 2025 AI Pro trial has expired can qualify. Eligibility must be verified each year to maintain access."]]> https://gemini.google/students/

"The free Google AI Pro student offer is available to eligible U.S. college students ages 18+. Both new users and students whose 2025 AI Pro trial has expired can qualify. Eligibility must be verified each year to maintain access."]]> <![CDATA[George Fox U Free AI Basics and AI Advanced Short Certificates]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-George-Fox-U-Free-AI-Basics-and-AI-Advanced-Short-Certificates Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:32:51 +0000 Jonathan Whatley]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-George-Fox-U-Free-AI-Basics-and-AI-Advanced-Short-Certificates George Fox University Wrote:George Fox University has launched two new self-paced, free short courses for the public – AI BASICS: Fluency & Discernment and AI ADVANCED: Leadership & Wisdom.

The two online courses are designed to empower people ranging from tech novices to organizational leaders and provide a comprehensive toolkit for navigating the AI revolution. The curriculum goes beyond technical skills to address the ethical, social and theological dimensions of this rapidly evolving technology.

Both courses are delivered through the George Fox online learning platform, making them available to working professionals, students and lifelong learners. Each course consists of five modules, requiring approximately one hour per module to complete. Every module features an engaging video presentation, an automated quiz, hands-on learning activities, and curated supplemental resources.

While the courses do not give university academic credit, students who successfully complete all five modules in sequence will earn a Certificate of Completion from George Fox University to display on their résumés and LinkedIn profiles.

The AI BASICS: Fluency & Discernment Course is an introductory program designed to build a foundational understanding of generative AI tools and establish a framework for their responsible use. Participants will learn how large language models function, identify major industry players, and develop competence in creating and refining multimedia content through effective prompting.

Additionally, the course emphasizes critical evaluation by teaching students to identify AI risks – such as bias, hallucinations and privacy concerns – and to navigate broader ethical and social controversies with balanced judgment. Ultimately, the curriculum integrates these technical skills with a faith-based framework, aligning AI usage with Christian theology to guide wise, responsible decision-making in both personal and professional contexts.

The AI ADVANCED: Leadership & Wisdom Course is a strategic program tailored for individuals ready to move beyond basic prompting and focus on organizational integration, sophisticated workflows, and technological leadership. Participants will learn to orchestrate complex, multi-step AI agents and automations, while responsibly customizing specialized AI platforms to fit specific organizational or domain needs.

The curriculum also prepares leaders to guide institutions through change management and AI governance, while critically analyzing the technology's broader impacts on labor, power, creativity and truth. Grounding these advanced practices in a faith-based perspective, the course integrates Christian theology and reflection to foster wise, long-term leadership in an evolving technological landscape.

The courses are designed to give professionals a distinct advantage – combining cutting-edge technical workflows with the deep, values-driven discernment our world desperately needs right now. “This is one of the only high-level, organized courses of this type infused with a Christian faith perspective,” said Brian Doak, vice president of digital programs and academic innovation. “We're so excited to offer this expert content, for free, to our local community and also to the entire world.”
George Fox University is Oregon’s largest private university. It’s affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church International, a branch of Quakerism that’s remained part of Evangelical Christianity.

Free Online AI Certificate Courses (landing page)

George Fox Launches Free AI Certificate Courses (news release, August 17, 2026)]]> George Fox University Wrote:George Fox University has launched two new self-paced, free short courses for the public – AI BASICS: Fluency & Discernment and AI ADVANCED: Leadership & Wisdom.

The two online courses are designed to empower people ranging from tech novices to organizational leaders and provide a comprehensive toolkit for navigating the AI revolution. The curriculum goes beyond technical skills to address the ethical, social and theological dimensions of this rapidly evolving technology.

Both courses are delivered through the George Fox online learning platform, making them available to working professionals, students and lifelong learners. Each course consists of five modules, requiring approximately one hour per module to complete. Every module features an engaging video presentation, an automated quiz, hands-on learning activities, and curated supplemental resources.

While the courses do not give university academic credit, students who successfully complete all five modules in sequence will earn a Certificate of Completion from George Fox University to display on their résumés and LinkedIn profiles.

The AI BASICS: Fluency & Discernment Course is an introductory program designed to build a foundational understanding of generative AI tools and establish a framework for their responsible use. Participants will learn how large language models function, identify major industry players, and develop competence in creating and refining multimedia content through effective prompting.

Additionally, the course emphasizes critical evaluation by teaching students to identify AI risks – such as bias, hallucinations and privacy concerns – and to navigate broader ethical and social controversies with balanced judgment. Ultimately, the curriculum integrates these technical skills with a faith-based framework, aligning AI usage with Christian theology to guide wise, responsible decision-making in both personal and professional contexts.

The AI ADVANCED: Leadership & Wisdom Course is a strategic program tailored for individuals ready to move beyond basic prompting and focus on organizational integration, sophisticated workflows, and technological leadership. Participants will learn to orchestrate complex, multi-step AI agents and automations, while responsibly customizing specialized AI platforms to fit specific organizational or domain needs.

The curriculum also prepares leaders to guide institutions through change management and AI governance, while critically analyzing the technology's broader impacts on labor, power, creativity and truth. Grounding these advanced practices in a faith-based perspective, the course integrates Christian theology and reflection to foster wise, long-term leadership in an evolving technological landscape.

The courses are designed to give professionals a distinct advantage – combining cutting-edge technical workflows with the deep, values-driven discernment our world desperately needs right now. “This is one of the only high-level, organized courses of this type infused with a Christian faith perspective,” said Brian Doak, vice president of digital programs and academic innovation. “We're so excited to offer this expert content, for free, to our local community and also to the entire world.”
George Fox University is Oregon’s largest private university. It’s affiliated with the Evangelical Friends Church International, a branch of Quakerism that’s remained part of Evangelical Christianity.

Free Online AI Certificate Courses (landing page)

George Fox Launches Free AI Certificate Courses (news release, August 17, 2026)]]> <![CDATA[Christendom College Free Noncredit Short Courses, Liberal Arts and Religious Topics]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Christendom-College-Free-Noncredit-Short-Courses-Liberal-Arts-and-Religious-Topics Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:14:24 +0000 Jonathan Whatley]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Christendom-College-Free-Noncredit-Short-Courses-Liberal-Arts-and-Religious-Topics free online short courses of video lectures by its faculty. Non-credit, but a digital certificate of completion is available for each course.

The courses currently:
  • Education at the Crossroads [critique of progressive and pragmatic education, defense of classical Catholic education], 4.5 hours
  • Proving God’s Existence: Discovering the Divine Through Reason, 6.5 hours
  • Theology of the Body, 3.5 hours
  • Becoming a Saint: Wisdom from Aquinas to Grow in Virtue, 6 hours
  • The Principles of Catholic Bioethics, 2.8 hours
  • Approaching Difficult Questions in Church History [e.g., the Crusades and medieval corruption], 3.2 hours
  • Understanding Human Nature: Man the Jewel of Creation [what makes humans human, similar to and different from animals?], 2.5 hours
  • Christ: The Center of History, 2.6 hours
  • Foundations of the New Testament, 4 hours
  • Creed, Conquests, & Culture: A Historical Perspective on the Development of Islam, 2.5 hours
  • The History of Western Political Thought, 2.7 hours
  • Apologetics & the New Evangelization, 2.5 hours
  • The Heroes of Great Literature, 2.4 hours
  • The Philosophy of Art & Beauty, 2.3 hours
]]> free online short courses of video lectures by its faculty. Non-credit, but a digital certificate of completion is available for each course.

The courses currently:
  • Education at the Crossroads [critique of progressive and pragmatic education, defense of classical Catholic education], 4.5 hours
  • Proving God’s Existence: Discovering the Divine Through Reason, 6.5 hours
  • Theology of the Body, 3.5 hours
  • Becoming a Saint: Wisdom from Aquinas to Grow in Virtue, 6 hours
  • The Principles of Catholic Bioethics, 2.8 hours
  • Approaching Difficult Questions in Church History [e.g., the Crusades and medieval corruption], 3.2 hours
  • Understanding Human Nature: Man the Jewel of Creation [what makes humans human, similar to and different from animals?], 2.5 hours
  • Christ: The Center of History, 2.6 hours
  • Foundations of the New Testament, 4 hours
  • Creed, Conquests, & Culture: A Historical Perspective on the Development of Islam, 2.5 hours
  • The History of Western Political Thought, 2.7 hours
  • Apologetics & the New Evangelization, 2.5 hours
  • The Heroes of Great Literature, 2.4 hours
  • The Philosophy of Art & Beauty, 2.3 hours
]]> <![CDATA[Value in PMP]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Value-in-PMP Sat, 01 Aug 2026 01:24:26 +0000 cc95]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Value-in-PMP <![CDATA[Best College Student Discounts List for 2026]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Best-College-Student-Discounts-List-for-2026 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 01:35:21 +0000 LevelUP]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Best-College-Student-Discounts-List-for-2026 List of College Student Discounts

College is expensive, but being a student can unlock some surprisingly valuable college student discounts. A valid student ID, college email address, or enrollment verification may save you hundreds of dollars on software, electronics, streaming services, phone plans, food delivery, travel, and other products you may already use.

Below are some of the most useful and widely available student discounts. Before paying for software or subscriptions, it is also worth checking your college's student portal. Some schools provide products such as Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, newspaper subscriptions, and other services free of charge.

These are primarily U.S.-based offers. Prices, benefits, and eligibility requirements can change, so review the terms before signing up. Many subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled.


TECHNOLOGY, SOFTWARE, AND PHONE SERVICE

Adobe Creative Cloud Pro

Students and teachers can save approximately 71% on Adobe Creative Cloud Pro, which includes more than 20 applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Acrobat Pro, and After Effects. The student price is $19.99 per month for the first year under an annual plan billed monthly.

The price increases after the introductory year, so review the renewal rate before subscribing. Also check whether your college already provides Adobe Creative Cloud to students for free.

Apple Education Store

Eligible college students and educators can receive special education pricing on products such as Mac computers, iPads, accessories, and certain software. The exact savings depend on the product, but a Mac may be around $100 less than its regular price.

Apple occasionally runs additional back-to-school promotions, so compare the education price with ordinary retailer sales and Apple's refurbished products before buying.

Boost Mobile

Verified students can receive unlimited talk, text, and data for $9.99 per month for the first five months. After the promotional period, the plan costs $25 per month.

Students verify their eligibility through Student Beans using an active school email address. The offer is designed for students who bring their own compatible phone.

Microsoft 365 Personal

Verified college students can save 50% on Microsoft 365 Personal, reducing the subscription price to $4.99 per month. The plan includes desktop versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote, along with 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage and other Microsoft 365 features.

Before subscribing, check whether your college already provides Microsoft 365 Education for free through your student account.

GitHub Student Developer Pack

The GitHub Student Developer Pack is a free collection of professional software, developer tools, cloud credits, website services, and educational resources available to verified students. It is not a single course, although some included benefits provide access to programming courses and workshops.

The pack is especially useful for students studying computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, data analytics, or web development. Available offers change over time and may include coding tools, hosting credits, development environments, domain services, and subscriptions from GitHub partner companies.


STREAMING AND ENTERTAINMENT

Amazon Music Unlimited Student

Verified college students can try Amazon Music Unlimited free for 30 days and then pay $5.99 per month, approximately 50% off the regular individual rate.

The subscription provides unlimited, ad-free, on-demand access to Amazon Music's full catalog. Students must be enrolled at an accredited college or university, and the membership automatically renews until canceled.

Apple Music Student

Verified college students can receive one month free and then pay $5.99 per month for Apple Music. The plan includes ad-free music, offline listening, and access to all the features included with an individual subscription.

The Apple Music Student plan also includes access to Apple TV at no additional cost. Students must periodically reverify their enrollment and may use student pricing for up to 48 months.

AMC Theatres

AMC offers special student ticket pricing every day at participating theaters. Students must present a valid photo student ID at the box office to receive the discount.

The exact savings may vary by theater and showtime. Additional charges may still apply to premium formats, IMAX, special events, and upgraded screenings.

Hulu

Eligible college students can subscribe to the Hulu With Ads plan for only $1.99 per month. The discount remains available as long as your enrollment status continues to be verified.

If you are no longer eligible, the subscription automatically changes to Hulu's regular monthly price unless you cancel it. This is a good option for students who want Hulu but do not need Spotify Premium.

Paramount+

Verified college students can receive 50% off an eligible Paramount+ subscription during the promotional period. Paramount+ includes movies, television shows, news, live sports, and original programming.

Review the offer terms carefully because the subscription may automatically renew at the regular price after the student promotion ends unless canceled.

Peacock

Eligible college students can receive Peacock Premium for $5.99 per month for 12 months. Peacock includes television series, movies, Peacock Originals, live sports, and next-day access to many NBC and Telemundo programs.

Students must be at least 18 years old and verify their enrollment. After 12 months, the subscription renews at the regular monthly price unless canceled. Eligible students may be able to renew the discount after completing another verification.

Spotify Premium Student with Hulu

Spotify Premium Student includes one month free for eligible new subscribers and costs $6.99 per month afterward. The plan includes ad-free music, offline listening, unlimited skips, and access to the Hulu With Ads plan at no additional charge.

Students must attend an eligible accredited college or university and reverify their enrollment each year. The student plan can generally be used for up to four years.

YouTube Premium

Eligible students can receive a one-month free trial of YouTube Premium and then pay $8.99 per month. The subscription removes most YouTube advertisements and includes background playback, offline video downloads, and YouTube Music Premium.

Student status must be verified periodically, and the subscription changes to the regular price when the user is no longer eligible.


SHOPPING, FOOD, AND MEMBERSHIPS

Amazon Prime for Young Adults

College students and young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 can receive a six-month free trial of Amazon Prime. After the trial, membership costs $7.49 per month or $69 per year, approximately half the regular Prime price.

Membership includes fast free shipping on eligible purchases, Prime Video, Amazon Music Prime, Prime Gaming, Prime Reading, and access to Prime Day deals. Because the free trial automatically converts into a paid membership, remember to cancel before it ends if you do not plan to keep it.

DoorDash Student DashPass

Verified college students can receive DashPass for $4.99 per month or $48 per year, approximately 50% off the regular membership price.

Student DashPass provides benefits such as $0 delivery fees and reduced service fees on qualifying orders from participating restaurants and stores. Order minimums and other restrictions apply.

Sam's Club

Qualified college students who join online as new Sam's Club members can receive 60% off a Club membership or $50 off a Plus membership.

Students must be at least 18 and actively enrolled at an eligible college, university, community college, vocational school, or technical school in the United States or Canada. The offer is for new members who have not had an active Sam's Club membership within the previous six months.

Target Circle 360

Verified college students can save more than 50% on a Target Circle 360 membership. The student price is $4.99 per month or $49 per year, compared with the regular membership price.

Benefits include unlimited same-day delivery on eligible orders, free two-day shipping, an additional 30 days for returns, and other promotional benefits. The discount applies to the membership, not to every purchase made at Target.

Walmart+ Student

College and graduate students can receive 50% off a Walmart+ membership, reducing the price to $6.47 per month or $49 per year. Eligible new members may also receive a free trial.

Benefits include free shipping with no order minimum, free local delivery on qualifying orders, fuel discounts, early access to certain deals, and other membership benefits. Walmart+ may also include a streaming service as part of the membership.


NEWS AND READING

The Washington Post

Eligible college students and educators can receive a Washington Post Core digital subscription for 25 cents per week, billed as $1 every four weeks for the first year.

The subscription includes unlimited access to WashingtonPost.com and The Washington Post apps. Before subscribing, check whether your college library already provides free access.


TRAVEL

Amtrak

Students between the ages of 17 and 24 can save 15% on eligible Amtrak fares with a valid student ID. Reservations generally must be made at least one day before departure.

The discount applies to qualifying travel and may be limited by route, train, fare type, and availability. Students should review the restrictions before booking.


If you know of another great student discount that DegreeForum members might find useful, feel free to add it to the thread. Please include a direct link and mention any important eligibility requirements, expiration dates, or automatic price increases.]]> List of College Student Discounts

College is expensive, but being a student can unlock some surprisingly valuable college student discounts. A valid student ID, college email address, or enrollment verification may save you hundreds of dollars on software, electronics, streaming services, phone plans, food delivery, travel, and other products you may already use.

Below are some of the most useful and widely available student discounts. Before paying for software or subscriptions, it is also worth checking your college's student portal. Some schools provide products such as Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud, newspaper subscriptions, and other services free of charge.

These are primarily U.S.-based offers. Prices, benefits, and eligibility requirements can change, so review the terms before signing up. Many subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled.


TECHNOLOGY, SOFTWARE, AND PHONE SERVICE

Adobe Creative Cloud Pro

Students and teachers can save approximately 71% on Adobe Creative Cloud Pro, which includes more than 20 applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Acrobat Pro, and After Effects. The student price is $19.99 per month for the first year under an annual plan billed monthly.

The price increases after the introductory year, so review the renewal rate before subscribing. Also check whether your college already provides Adobe Creative Cloud to students for free.

Apple Education Store

Eligible college students and educators can receive special education pricing on products such as Mac computers, iPads, accessories, and certain software. The exact savings depend on the product, but a Mac may be around $100 less than its regular price.

Apple occasionally runs additional back-to-school promotions, so compare the education price with ordinary retailer sales and Apple's refurbished products before buying.

Boost Mobile

Verified students can receive unlimited talk, text, and data for $9.99 per month for the first five months. After the promotional period, the plan costs $25 per month.

Students verify their eligibility through Student Beans using an active school email address. The offer is designed for students who bring their own compatible phone.

Microsoft 365 Personal

Verified college students can save 50% on Microsoft 365 Personal, reducing the subscription price to $4.99 per month. The plan includes desktop versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote, along with 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage and other Microsoft 365 features.

Before subscribing, check whether your college already provides Microsoft 365 Education for free through your student account.

GitHub Student Developer Pack

The GitHub Student Developer Pack is a free collection of professional software, developer tools, cloud credits, website services, and educational resources available to verified students. It is not a single course, although some included benefits provide access to programming courses and workshops.

The pack is especially useful for students studying computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, data analytics, or web development. Available offers change over time and may include coding tools, hosting credits, development environments, domain services, and subscriptions from GitHub partner companies.


STREAMING AND ENTERTAINMENT

Amazon Music Unlimited Student

Verified college students can try Amazon Music Unlimited free for 30 days and then pay $5.99 per month, approximately 50% off the regular individual rate.

The subscription provides unlimited, ad-free, on-demand access to Amazon Music's full catalog. Students must be enrolled at an accredited college or university, and the membership automatically renews until canceled.

Apple Music Student

Verified college students can receive one month free and then pay $5.99 per month for Apple Music. The plan includes ad-free music, offline listening, and access to all the features included with an individual subscription.

The Apple Music Student plan also includes access to Apple TV at no additional cost. Students must periodically reverify their enrollment and may use student pricing for up to 48 months.

AMC Theatres

AMC offers special student ticket pricing every day at participating theaters. Students must present a valid photo student ID at the box office to receive the discount.

The exact savings may vary by theater and showtime. Additional charges may still apply to premium formats, IMAX, special events, and upgraded screenings.

Hulu

Eligible college students can subscribe to the Hulu With Ads plan for only $1.99 per month. The discount remains available as long as your enrollment status continues to be verified.

If you are no longer eligible, the subscription automatically changes to Hulu's regular monthly price unless you cancel it. This is a good option for students who want Hulu but do not need Spotify Premium.

Paramount+

Verified college students can receive 50% off an eligible Paramount+ subscription during the promotional period. Paramount+ includes movies, television shows, news, live sports, and original programming.

Review the offer terms carefully because the subscription may automatically renew at the regular price after the student promotion ends unless canceled.

Peacock

Eligible college students can receive Peacock Premium for $5.99 per month for 12 months. Peacock includes television series, movies, Peacock Originals, live sports, and next-day access to many NBC and Telemundo programs.

Students must be at least 18 years old and verify their enrollment. After 12 months, the subscription renews at the regular monthly price unless canceled. Eligible students may be able to renew the discount after completing another verification.

Spotify Premium Student with Hulu

Spotify Premium Student includes one month free for eligible new subscribers and costs $6.99 per month afterward. The plan includes ad-free music, offline listening, unlimited skips, and access to the Hulu With Ads plan at no additional charge.

Students must attend an eligible accredited college or university and reverify their enrollment each year. The student plan can generally be used for up to four years.

YouTube Premium

Eligible students can receive a one-month free trial of YouTube Premium and then pay $8.99 per month. The subscription removes most YouTube advertisements and includes background playback, offline video downloads, and YouTube Music Premium.

Student status must be verified periodically, and the subscription changes to the regular price when the user is no longer eligible.


SHOPPING, FOOD, AND MEMBERSHIPS

Amazon Prime for Young Adults

College students and young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 can receive a six-month free trial of Amazon Prime. After the trial, membership costs $7.49 per month or $69 per year, approximately half the regular Prime price.

Membership includes fast free shipping on eligible purchases, Prime Video, Amazon Music Prime, Prime Gaming, Prime Reading, and access to Prime Day deals. Because the free trial automatically converts into a paid membership, remember to cancel before it ends if you do not plan to keep it.

DoorDash Student DashPass

Verified college students can receive DashPass for $4.99 per month or $48 per year, approximately 50% off the regular membership price.

Student DashPass provides benefits such as $0 delivery fees and reduced service fees on qualifying orders from participating restaurants and stores. Order minimums and other restrictions apply.

Sam's Club

Qualified college students who join online as new Sam's Club members can receive 60% off a Club membership or $50 off a Plus membership.

Students must be at least 18 and actively enrolled at an eligible college, university, community college, vocational school, or technical school in the United States or Canada. The offer is for new members who have not had an active Sam's Club membership within the previous six months.

Target Circle 360

Verified college students can save more than 50% on a Target Circle 360 membership. The student price is $4.99 per month or $49 per year, compared with the regular membership price.

Benefits include unlimited same-day delivery on eligible orders, free two-day shipping, an additional 30 days for returns, and other promotional benefits. The discount applies to the membership, not to every purchase made at Target.

Walmart+ Student

College and graduate students can receive 50% off a Walmart+ membership, reducing the price to $6.47 per month or $49 per year. Eligible new members may also receive a free trial.

Benefits include free shipping with no order minimum, free local delivery on qualifying orders, fuel discounts, early access to certain deals, and other membership benefits. Walmart+ may also include a streaming service as part of the membership.


NEWS AND READING

The Washington Post

Eligible college students and educators can receive a Washington Post Core digital subscription for 25 cents per week, billed as $1 every four weeks for the first year.

The subscription includes unlimited access to WashingtonPost.com and The Washington Post apps. Before subscribing, check whether your college library already provides free access.


TRAVEL

Amtrak

Students between the ages of 17 and 24 can save 15% on eligible Amtrak fares with a valid student ID. Reservations generally must be made at least one day before departure.

The discount applies to qualifying travel and may be limited by route, train, fare type, and availability. Students should review the restrictions before booking.


If you know of another great student discount that DegreeForum members might find useful, feel free to add it to the thread. Please include a direct link and mention any important eligibility requirements, expiration dates, or automatic price increases.]]> <![CDATA[Amazon prime for students]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Amazon-prime-for-students Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:07:55 +0000 Maltus]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Amazon-prime-for-students Everything else is regular prime: Streaming, free shipping, Amazon Music.

But I feel stupid that I only foind out at the end of my studies about this. Could have spared half the prime-fees over the last years...

.png   Screenshot 2026-07-17 at 02-07-37 Amazon.de Deine Amazon Prime-Mitgliedschaft.png (Size: 135.1 KB / Downloads: 13) ]]> Everything else is regular prime: Streaming, free shipping, Amazon Music.

But I feel stupid that I only foind out at the end of my studies about this. Could have spared half the prime-fees over the last years...

.png   Screenshot 2026-07-17 at 02-07-37 Amazon.de Deine Amazon Prime-Mitgliedschaft.png (Size: 135.1 KB / Downloads: 13) ]]> <![CDATA[50% Walmart Free Delivery, Free Paramount +, 5% Cash Back CC]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-50-Walmart-Free-Delivery-Free-Paramount-5-Cash-Back-CC Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:42:27 +0000 LevelUP]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-50-Walmart-Free-Delivery-Free-Paramount-5-Cash-Back-CC 50% Off Walmart+, Free Paramount+, and 5% Cash Back

When you sign up for Walmart+, you receive free delivery, a complimentary Paramount+ subscription, and several other benefits—including access to select UFC events that previously cost up to $80 per pay-per-view event.

Students and people receiving qualifying government assistance may be eligible for 50% off a Walmart+ membership.

Learn more about Walmart+:
https://www.walmart.com/plus

You can also get 50% off Paramount+ Premium with the student discount if that’s all you need:
https://www.paramountplus.com/account/signup/edu-offer/

Browse shows, movies, and more on Paramount+:
https://www.paramountplus.com/collections/]]> 50% Off Walmart+, Free Paramount+, and 5% Cash Back

When you sign up for Walmart+, you receive free delivery, a complimentary Paramount+ subscription, and several other benefits—including access to select UFC events that previously cost up to $80 per pay-per-view event.

Students and people receiving qualifying government assistance may be eligible for 50% off a Walmart+ membership.

Learn more about Walmart+:
https://www.walmart.com/plus

You can also get 50% off Paramount+ Premium with the student discount if that’s all you need:
https://www.paramountplus.com/account/signup/edu-offer/

Browse shows, movies, and more on Paramount+:
https://www.paramountplus.com/collections/]]> <![CDATA[WorldQuant U Free Grad Cert, MSc in AI (NA DEAC)]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-WorldQuant-U-Free-Grad-Cert-MSc-in-AI-NA-DEAC Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:23:40 +0000 Jonathan Whatley]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-WorldQuant-U-Free-Grad-Cert-MSc-in-AI-NA-DEAC
It consists of these five courses, each 3 semester hour credits, scheduled in seven-week terms:
  • AAIF 600 Foundations of Disruptive Systems
  • AAIF 610 Visualizing Disruptive Forces
  • AAIF 620 Applying AI for Adaptation
  • AAIF 630 Applying AI for Mitigation
  • AAIF 640 Leading Ethically in AI-Driven Transformation
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and earn at least 75% on a two-hour admission test for the program. An applicant has two attempts to pass the test. WQU’s site provides open access resources to prepare.

WorldQuant University Wrote:The Admissions Test will assess foundational probability concepts including probability distributions, expected value, and risk quantification; statistical competencies including descriptive statistics, statistical inference, and correlation and regression analysis; data visualization skills including reading charts and graphs, interpreting histograms and distributions, and identifying misleading or deceptive visualizations; and critical thinking abilities including quantitative reading and interpretation, logical reasoning, and research and data literacy.

Students who complete the program will receive a digital graduate certificate of completion and emailed transcripts.

The program is described as “entirely free, with no hidden costs.” WorldQuant University is funded by the WorldQuant Foundation, which is connected with the WorldQuant hedge fund, both founded by Igor Tulchinsky.

WorldQuant University is nationally accredited by the DEAC. Applied AI Fundamentals is the second subject WQU will offer an academic credit program in, after Financial Engineering, in which it offers an MScFE and an embedded graduate certificate. No courses overlap between the Financial Engineering and Applied AI Fundamentals programs. Students can be in progress in only one of the two for-credit subjects at one time.

If you’re interested in transferring credit from these courses to another institution, determine whether your intended destination will accept these courses, will accept DEAC credit, and will accept a transcript sent only by email, not on paper.

WQU also offers free project-based learning Labs that lead to non-credit badges and certificates, in Data Science, Deep Learning Fundamentals, and Computer Vision.

Applied AI Fundamentals Graduate Certificate landing page

WQU Catalog

WQU also holds approval from the District of Columbia, its home jurisdiction, to offer an MSc in Applied AI and an MSc in Strategic AI and Innovation. Neither MSc has launched yet.]]>
It consists of these five courses, each 3 semester hour credits, scheduled in seven-week terms:
  • AAIF 600 Foundations of Disruptive Systems
  • AAIF 610 Visualizing Disruptive Forces
  • AAIF 620 Applying AI for Adaptation
  • AAIF 630 Applying AI for Mitigation
  • AAIF 640 Leading Ethically in AI-Driven Transformation
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and earn at least 75% on a two-hour admission test for the program. An applicant has two attempts to pass the test. WQU’s site provides open access resources to prepare.

WorldQuant University Wrote:The Admissions Test will assess foundational probability concepts including probability distributions, expected value, and risk quantification; statistical competencies including descriptive statistics, statistical inference, and correlation and regression analysis; data visualization skills including reading charts and graphs, interpreting histograms and distributions, and identifying misleading or deceptive visualizations; and critical thinking abilities including quantitative reading and interpretation, logical reasoning, and research and data literacy.

Students who complete the program will receive a digital graduate certificate of completion and emailed transcripts.

The program is described as “entirely free, with no hidden costs.” WorldQuant University is funded by the WorldQuant Foundation, which is connected with the WorldQuant hedge fund, both founded by Igor Tulchinsky.

WorldQuant University is nationally accredited by the DEAC. Applied AI Fundamentals is the second subject WQU will offer an academic credit program in, after Financial Engineering, in which it offers an MScFE and an embedded graduate certificate. No courses overlap between the Financial Engineering and Applied AI Fundamentals programs. Students can be in progress in only one of the two for-credit subjects at one time.

If you’re interested in transferring credit from these courses to another institution, determine whether your intended destination will accept these courses, will accept DEAC credit, and will accept a transcript sent only by email, not on paper.

WQU also offers free project-based learning Labs that lead to non-credit badges and certificates, in Data Science, Deep Learning Fundamentals, and Computer Vision.

Applied AI Fundamentals Graduate Certificate landing page

WQU Catalog

WQU also holds approval from the District of Columbia, its home jurisdiction, to offer an MSc in Applied AI and an MSc in Strategic AI and Innovation. Neither MSc has launched yet.]]> <![CDATA[Free Credit Class in Financial Literacy - University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC)]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-Credit-Class-in-Financial-Literacy-University-of-Maryland-Global-Campus-UMGC Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:37:34 +0000 malakaka]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-Credit-Class-in-Financial-Literacy-University-of-Maryland-Global-Campus-UMGC
The credit awarded is FINC 321: Fundamentals of Building Wealth at UMGC.

There was no question or verification of veteran status. It appears like 3 upper division credits. I will apply to UMGC while the application fee is free and transcript the credits for transfer.

https://lms.usaaef.org/product?catalog=C...-Your-Cash

Edit: Evidently it's possible to register for both UMGC and American College of Financial Services. Both are regionally accredited.]]>
The credit awarded is FINC 321: Fundamentals of Building Wealth at UMGC.

There was no question or verification of veteran status. It appears like 3 upper division credits. I will apply to UMGC while the application fee is free and transcript the credits for transfer.

https://lms.usaaef.org/product?catalog=C...-Your-Cash

Edit: Evidently it's possible to register for both UMGC and American College of Financial Services. Both are regionally accredited.]]> <![CDATA[Annenberg Learner courses]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Annenberg-Learner-courses Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:27:27 +0000 wow]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Annenberg-Learner-courses
Unfortunately, the site is being shut down in June, but it's definitely worth checking out in the meantime. At least some of the site has been archived on archive.org.

https://learner.org/]]>
Unfortunately, the site is being shut down in June, but it's definitely worth checking out in the meantime. At least some of the site has been archived on archive.org.

https://learner.org/]]> <![CDATA[Free credit-bearing certificates in Criminal Justice/Criminology?]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-credit-bearing-certificates-in-Criminal-Justice-Criminology Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:48:09 +0000 EliEverIsAHero]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-credit-bearing-certificates-in-Criminal-Justice-Criminology
Bonus points if the focus is on Investigation/Investigative Analysis (many decades ago my dream job was to be a Private Investigator; that may or may not ever happen at some point in my life - it probably won't, but a certificate that involves related training would be deeply appealing). 

Can anyone suggest free certificates, ideally credit-bearing, in this field?]]>
Bonus points if the focus is on Investigation/Investigative Analysis (many decades ago my dream job was to be a Private Investigator; that may or may not ever happen at some point in my life - it probably won't, but a certificate that involves related training would be deeply appealing). 

Can anyone suggest free certificates, ideally credit-bearing, in this field?]]> <![CDATA[Columbia+ 2 AI courses for free]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Columbia-2-AI-courses-for-free Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:02:52 +0000 RoboPanda]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Columbia-2-AI-courses-for-free
Use code: SPRINGAI


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Prompt Engineering & Programming with OpenAI]]> <![CDATA[University System of Georgia FreeCampus Non-Credit Courses]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-University-System-of-Georgia-FreeCampus-Non-Credit-Courses Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:41:44 +0000 Jonathan Whatley]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-University-System-of-Georgia-FreeCampus-Non-Credit-Courses freecampus.usg.edu. Students who complete assigned work to required standard within the scheduled term can receive a certificate of completion, likely digital, in each course, and a Credly digital badge in some courses.

Courses listed at this writing are:
  • Anatomy and Physiology Prep
  • College Foundations for English Composition
  • College Math Foundations
  • Data Science Basics
  • Elementary French I Refresher
  • Elementary Spanish I Refresher
  • Essential Study Skills for College Success
  • Financial Literacy Fundamentals
  • Fundamentals of Pathophysiology
  • Generative AI 101: Skills for Success
  • Guitar for Beginners
  • Health and Wellness
  • Introduction to Financial Technology
  • Introduction to Marketing
  • Introduction to Engineering
  • Introductory Business Law
  • Library Instruction and Information Literacy
  • Macroeconomics
  • Medical Mathematics
  • Medical Terminology
]]> freecampus.usg.edu. Students who complete assigned work to required standard within the scheduled term can receive a certificate of completion, likely digital, in each course, and a Credly digital badge in some courses.

Courses listed at this writing are:
  • Anatomy and Physiology Prep
  • College Foundations for English Composition
  • College Math Foundations
  • Data Science Basics
  • Elementary French I Refresher
  • Elementary Spanish I Refresher
  • Essential Study Skills for College Success
  • Financial Literacy Fundamentals
  • Fundamentals of Pathophysiology
  • Generative AI 101: Skills for Success
  • Guitar for Beginners
  • Health and Wellness
  • Introduction to Financial Technology
  • Introduction to Marketing
  • Introduction to Engineering
  • Introductory Business Law
  • Library Instruction and Information Literacy
  • Macroeconomics
  • Medical Mathematics
  • Medical Terminology
]]> <![CDATA[Free in Brazil Until January 31, Universidade Santa Amaro Short Courses]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-in-Brazil-Until-January-31-Universidade-Santa-Amaro-Short-Courses Sat, 10 Jan 2026 08:41:46 +0000 Jonathan Whatley]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-Free-in-Brazil-Until-January-31-Universidade-Santa-Amaro-Short-Courses is offering more than 400 short online courses free of charge. These appear to provide online certificates, no degree credit. Courses are in Brazilian Portuguese.

Registration asks for your Brazilian CPF national identification number. Foreigners outside Brazil can obtain a CPF number but it’ll be somewhat time-consuming, involving a scheduled visit to an embassy or consulate with a set of your documents.

Universidade Santa Amaro is abbreviated Unisa, unrelated to the Unisas in South Africa, South Australia, or Salerno.]]> is offering more than 400 short online courses free of charge. These appear to provide online certificates, no degree credit. Courses are in Brazilian Portuguese.

Registration asks for your Brazilian CPF national identification number. Foreigners outside Brazil can obtain a CPF number but it’ll be somewhat time-consuming, involving a scheduled visit to an embassy or consulate with a set of your documents.

Universidade Santa Amaro is abbreviated Unisa, unrelated to the Unisas in South Africa, South Australia, or Salerno.]]> <![CDATA[(mostly) Free public safety training]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-mostly-Free-public-safety-training Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:02:17 +0000 Kevin.B]]> https://degreeforum.net/mybb/Thread-mostly-Free-public-safety-training
https://learning.respondersafety.com/ has several free traffic safety related videos for EMS, fire, LE, and more that come with certificates (I believe all courses CAPCE accredited).

https://www.boundtree.com/education has a few free CAPCE accredited courses with certificates of completion. 

https://app.guardian-you.com/ has free CAPCE accredited courses with certificates of completion.

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/safety-in...d-training has pediatric education resources - I don't know if they're CAPCE accredited, but they're approved in MI for CEU's.

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/inside-md...department again unknown if they're CAPCE accredited, but they're approved in MI for CEU's.

https://www.ndlsf.org/ offers basic, advances, and core disaster life support as well as other courses. Some may have a cost. 

https://americancme.org/ offers paid CAPCE accredited courses as well as free courses - website has state details.

*I'm not affiliated with any of these. Just used them in the past and hope this information can help someone*]]>
https://learning.respondersafety.com/ has several free traffic safety related videos for EMS, fire, LE, and more that come with certificates (I believe all courses CAPCE accredited).

https://www.boundtree.com/education has a few free CAPCE accredited courses with certificates of completion. 

https://app.guardian-you.com/ has free CAPCE accredited courses with certificates of completion.

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/safety-in...d-training has pediatric education resources - I don't know if they're CAPCE accredited, but they're approved in MI for CEU's.

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/inside-md...department again unknown if they're CAPCE accredited, but they're approved in MI for CEU's.

https://www.ndlsf.org/ offers basic, advances, and core disaster life support as well as other courses. Some may have a cost. 

https://americancme.org/ offers paid CAPCE accredited courses as well as free courses - website has state details.

*I'm not affiliated with any of these. Just used them in the past and hope this information can help someone*]]>