How to qualify for Apple’s education rebate — and get a $499 MacBook Neo for school

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Just a month ago, Apple unveiled the competitively priced MacBook Neo at a private NYC event. ZDNET had the first look then, and we’ve since reviewed Apple’s first budget laptop that’s hitting the market with color and no-fuss features.

While the Neo is the most affordable MacBook yet, its regular price $599Students should know that Apple offers educational discount That knocks $100 off the regular price, making the laptop even more attractive. You just need to know how to get the offers.

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And with the estimated ship deadline moving forward, if you’re planning on purchasing the Neo with the educational discount, I wouldn’t wait too long. Redditors first started reporting unusually long delays in shipping a month ago, and many current reports are speculating 2-3 weeks backlog.

Although there’s still some time until the new school year starts, those shopping for colleges, which typically start before K-12 schools, will probably want to start deciding on their hardware soon.

Here’s what you need to know about getting an educational discount from Apple.

How to Qualify for Apple for Education

Apple says its education pricing is available to current and newly accepted college students and their parents, as well as faculty, staff, and homeschool teachers of all grade levels.

Eligibility

specific guidelines Full details of who qualifies are on their website, but the gist is that it includes faculty, staff, students, and parents. At the K-12 level, any employee of a public or private K-12 institution in the US is eligible, including homeschool teachers. School board members, PTA or PTO officials who are currently serving as elected or appointed officials are also eligible.

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At the collegiate or higher education level, faculty and staff of institutions of higher education in the US, and students attending or accepted at an institution of higher education in the US are eligible. Parents purchasing on behalf of their child who is currently attending or has been accepted to a public or private higher education institution in the US are additionally eligible.

verification

While Apple doesn’t require verification at the point of sale, representatives say order verification is “random,” requiring scanned copies of your school ID or enrollment documents to prove your status via email if you’re selected.

where to buy

There are a few ways to purchase through Apple’s Educational Store. The easiest way is to move forward Apple Store for Education. You can also ask to apply the educational savings at an Apple Retail Store or authorized campus reseller (think of an Apple Store inside a campus bookstore).

There are a few other things to be aware of, including purchase quantity, return policy, shipping and delivery limitations, but generally, if you’re getting a MacBook Neo with the intention of keeping it, you won’t need to worry. I recommend seeking advice full Program details prior to purchase.

Apple has achieved a big feat with MacBook Neo

The MacBook Neo has an A18 processor, a 2.74-pound build, and comes in four attractive colors reminiscent of Easter eggs: Citrus, Silver, Blush, and Indigo.

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Apple has branched out from the hardware market with the Neo, targeting consumers looking for alternatives to budget PCs and Chromebooks, an area ripe for selection as more schools and institutions look to supplement their students with released laptops, and parents want reliable devices.

This positions the MacBook Neo as an ideal laptop for surfing the web, responding to email, completing basic tasks, and connecting to your iPhone. It’s basic, no fuss and exactly what many parents need.

Parents and educational institutions can purchase some of the most advanced hardware and software on the market at low prices; The students get to promote the “cool” Apple brand, and Apple takes a share of the market they have historically kept away from.

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After a brief preorder period, the laptop officially went on sale on March 11. Availability began at Walmart, Best Buy, and other retailers shortly after. Nearly a month later, we’re seeing delayed shipping from companies like Apple, which is reporting an arrival time of May if purchased today.

If you’re a student or teacher, or know someone in your life who wants to get a MacBook Neo for school next year, don’t delay.

Happy shopping!