Microsoft Offers Free Office 365 to US College Students Through White House AI Initiative

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a free Microsoft 365 Personal subscription for US college students at a White House meeting focused on AI education. The one-year offer—normally priced at $99.99—includes access to Copilot, an AI assistant built into Microsoft's productivity tools like Word and Excel. The program runs through October 31st and is designed to give students hands-on experience with AI-powered workplace software before they enter the job market. The move also shows Microsoft's support for the government's push to integrate AI education into schools and colleges.