Apple officially launched a special education pricing program for its latest smartwatch line starting May 7, 2026. This program includes discounts on the Apple Watch SE 3, Apple Watch Series 11, and Apple Watch Ultra 3 for eligible users in several countries.
With this new policy, Apple expands its education discount program, which previously only applied to Mac and iPad devices. Now, wearable devices like the Apple Watch are also included in the list of products receiving special pricing for academics.
The discount program is aimed at lecturers, staff of higher education institutions, current students, and prospective students who have been accepted to the relevant educational institution.
Apple Watch Gets Discounts of Up to 10 Percent
Apple stated that the discount amount varies depending on region and device model. However, eligible users can save up to 10 percent on select Apple Watch purchases.
Education customers will be required to verify their status through the Unidays service for online purchases and in-person purchases at an Apple Store. Most verification processes are instant, although in some cases, they can take up to 24 hours.
This new policy is an interesting move by Apple, as it marks the first time the company has begun to place a greater focus on the wearable segment within its education program.
List of Countries Already Benefiting from the Discount Program
As of May 8, 2026, at 6:00 AM ET, the Apple Watch education pricing program is available in a number of countries, including:
- Australia
- Canada
- Chile
- China
- Germany
- Hong Kong
- India
- Italy
- Japan
- Malaysia
- Saudi Arabia
- Singapore
- South Korea
- Spain
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Turkey
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Vietnam
Apple is also said to be continuously updating the list of countries that will receive access to the discount program.
Apple Watch Series 11 in the Spotlight
Of all the models included in the program, the Apple Watch Series 11 is one of the products that has attracted the most attention from users. Apple’s latest smartwatch comes with improved performance, more comprehensive health features, and better battery efficiency compared to the previous generation.
In the United States, several promotions have even brought the price of the Apple Watch Series 11 down to as low as US$299 from its regular price. Meanwhile, the Apple Watch SE 3 is reportedly available starting at around US$219 through various special offers.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is also one of the models receiving educational pricing, especially for users who need a premium smartwatch with extreme sports features and increased durability.
