It's back. And this version is better.

On August 20, 2026, AWS launched Student Rewards on AWS Builder Center. If you are a student, you get 12 months of premium training, up to $30 in AWS credits, and a $100 certification exam voucher. Total value: $579. Your cost: $0.

No credit card. Ever. You never pay anything and you never enter a card. If you are a student, this is as close to free money for your career as it gets.

This is the step-by-step guide I promised you last year. I have added a full tips-and-tricks section so you skip the mistakes that got hundreds of people stuck. Take a breath. This is doable, and I will walk you through every step. Let's go. 🚀

What do you get?