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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to purchase from Academic Superstore?

If you are a part or full-time student, teacher or faculty member attending or employed by an accredited, degree-granting institution (K-12 or Higher Ed), you are eligible. Microsoft will authorize K-12 students to purchase at academic prices only if they have a letter of acceptance from a college.

Eligibility K-12 Students Higher Ed. Students (College) Teachers and Faculty Schools Home Schools & Home School Students
Eligible? Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Enrollment Requirement Full-time Full-time and Part-time Full-time and Part-time Accredited and Degree-granting Full-time and Home-School
Verification of Eligibility Required Validated Student ID card
-or-
Class schedule
-or-
Registration Receipt
-or-
Letter of enrollment from school on letterhead
-or-
a Report Card
Validated Student ID card
-or-
Registration Receipt
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Class schedule
-or-
Letter of enrollment from school on letterhead
Validated Faculty ID card
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Letter of employment from school on letterhead
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Copy of pay-stub
(ink out pay amount)
Purchase Order
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Photocopy of School Purchasing Credit Card
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Letter of Authorization On School Letterhead
A letter of intent
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a copy of Curriculum receipts
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registration through a home school program
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membership in a recognized home school org

Special Restrictions:

  • Not all manufacturers offer discounts to K-12 students or home-schooled students.
  • Some manufacturers require full time enrollment.
  • Class schedule must show current enrollment status.
  • Verification letter must be signed by a school official or faculty representative.
  • ID cards must be either validated to current semester, or submitted with current class schedule.

After you place your order, fax eligibility to 1-866-947-4525 or email eligibility to id@academicsuperstore.com.