GitHub Verification Process

To verify student status on GitHub, you must ensure your GitHub profile information (username, email, full name) matches your provided academic documents.
Always use your school-issued academic email, provide legible photos of your student ID or enrollment documents, and disable any VPNs. If a VPN is required, try applying from your university’s Wi-Fi or campus network [1].

Before Applying

  • Match Profile Information
    Make sure the full name and email on your GitHub profile exactly match the information on the academic document you plan to submit [1, 7].

  • Use an Academic Email
    Apply using your official, school-issued email address. This is GitHub’s preferred method for verification [3, 7].

  • Disable VPNs
    Turn off VPN services, since they can cause location-based verification to fail. If you must use a VPN, try applying from campus instead [4, 8].

During the Application

  • Submit Clear Photos
    Use your device’s camera to capture your documents. Make sure your full name, school name, and current date are clearly legible [2, 5].

  • Use School Wi-Fi
    Apply from your university’s Wi-Fi or network if possible—this helps verify your location [6].

  • Check for System Errors
    If you encounter a general system error, wait and try again later. If the problem persists, contact GitHub Education Support [1, 4].

If the Application is Rejected

  • Try Alternative Documents
    If one document type fails, try another—such as an official transcript or enrollment letter [7, 9].

  • Contact Support
    If you repeatedly face issues or believe there is incorrect information in the system, submit a support ticket to GitHub Education [4].