OpenAI Offers Free AI Credits to 450,000 Michigan College Students
OpenAI is providing up to $45 million in credits for its Codex platform to approximately 450,000 college and trade school students in Michigan. Each eligible student will receive $100 in credits to use Codex, a cloud-based AI tool that facilitates project building and software development. This initiative is part of a broader effort to equip students with AI skills necessary for future job markets. OpenAI is collaborating with Michigan's Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and local educational institutions to enhance AI literacy and workforce training. The credits are available for students aged 18 and older during the 2026-2027 academic year.