Airtable for students is an offer that gives you a free Team account for one workspace, for 6 to 24 months according to the provider. Airtable combines a spreadsheet with database features and suits reading lists, exam schedules or project overviews. This guide explains what the student plan (Studierendenplan) includes, how to apply and what happens afterwards.
Quick answer: According to the provider, Airtable offers students a student plan with a free Team account for one workspace. The term runs from 6 to 24 months and depends on the approval and the expected graduation date. Whether your German university address is accepted depends on the application process. Each base is limited to 50,000 records. According to the provider, the regular Team plan costs 24 US dollars per user and month when billed monthly. Last updated: October 2026, offers change often.
The most important points
- The student plan is a free Team account for one workspace, for 6 to 24 months according to the provider.
- The term depends on the approval and your expected graduation date.
- Each base can hold up to 50,000 records.
- The automation action “Run a script” is not included in the student plan.
- The provider mentions the 120-day trial only for .edu addresses. Based on the wording of the provider page, German university addresses ending in .de are not covered.
- After the term ends, the regular plan applies.
What does Airtable cost normally, and what changes with the student plan?
According to the provider, the regular Team plan is charged per user: 24 US dollars per month when billed monthly and 20 US dollars per month when billed annually. Euro prices are listed on the provider website. The student plan replaces this price for the term with a free account, but it comes with its own limits, described below.
Offer at a glance
The table summarises the provider information. The provider lists euro prices on its pricing page. Last updated: October 2026.
| Benefit | Regular price | Student price | Term | Verification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team plan for one workspace | 24 US dollars per user and month (monthly), 20 US dollars (annual). Euro: see provider website | Free Team account under the application | 6 to 24 months, depending on approval and expected graduation | Application via the provider website, proof as required in the process |
| Records per base | Depends on the plan, see provider website | Maximum 50,000 | For the duration of the term | Not applicable |
| Trial with a .edu address | See provider website | 120-day Team plan | 120 days | Institutional address ending in .edu according to the provider |
How do you activate the offer?
- Create an Airtable account and set up a workspace. The student plan applies to one workspace.
- Open the provider page on education offers, titled “Discounted Airtable plans”, and follow the application process.
- Have the proof ready that the application form asks for. The provider decides what is required.
- Wait for approval and check in your workspace whether the student plan is shown.
- Enter the expected end of the term in your calendar. The duration depends on your graduation.
What limits does the student plan have?
According to the provider, the student plan leaves out several features. These include the automation action “Run a script”, unlimited attachment storage (capped at 20 GB per base) and some advanced customisation options for forms and views. If you store many files, keep an eye on your storage from the start.
Worked example. Assumption: you track 1,500 literature sources per semester in one base. Then the limit of 50,000 records covers roughly 33 semesters.
Who does the student plan suit, and who does it not suit?
- It suits you if you run study groups, assignments or internship projects in one shared table and the limits do not bother you.
- It is less suitable if you want to automate workflows with scripts or store large amounts of files as attachments.
- If you mainly need notes or tasks, a simpler tool may be enough. An alternative for knowledge notes is Notion for students.
Frequently asked questions
Is Airtable free for students?
According to the provider, the student plan gives you a free Team account for one workspace. The term is limited and depends on approval. The limits, such as 50,000 records per base, still apply.
Does the offer apply in Germany?
The provider website mentions the 120-day trial only for .edu addresses and refers to the application for the student plan. Whether your German university address is accepted for the student plan is decided in the application process. If in doubt, ask the provider directly.
How many records can one base hold?
On the student plan, the provider states a maximum of 50,000 records per base. The regular plans have other limits, which you will find on the provider website. If you bundle several projects in one base, keep the limit in mind.
Can I store university data in Airtable?
Check the examination regulations and the rules of your university first. Do not store personal data of others or unpublished research data unless you know the data protection rules. More on this is in the guide on data protection for AI tools in studies.
What happens after your studies?
According to the provider, the term depends on your expected graduation. Afterwards the regular plan applies, and its price is listed on the provider website. A workspace does not automatically stay on the student plan once the term ends. So save the bases you still need in good time.
Also keep an eye on the end of your student status as a whole. The guide on subscriptions after your student status ends explains what this means for subscriptions and licences.
What should you do now?
- Check whether your projects work with 50,000 records per base and without scripts.
- Apply with your university address via the provider website.
- Enter the end of the term in your calendar as soon as you know the duration.
- Back up important bases regularly so you do not lose anything when the term ends.
Related guides
- Student discounts for software and apps 2026: The overview
- Notion for students
- Miro for students
- AI tools for students 2026: which offers come with student status
- Unlocking student offers: the right order in 5 steps
Sources: Airtable Support, “Airtable plans overview”, last updated October 2026 (support.airtable.com/docs/airtable-plans).
Last updated: October 2026. This guide is general information, not individual advice.
