How to Get a Free $100 AWS Certification Voucher for University Students

Introduction

Did you know that eligible university students can work toward a $100 AWS Certification exam voucher for free through AWS Builder Center?

AWS Student Rewards encourages students to participate in its developer community by publishing articles, commenting on posts, reading content, and completing other activities.

By earning 21 eligible badges, you can unlock the certification voucher. You may also qualify for AWS credits and one year of AWS Skill Builder Premium.

I have unlocked rewards through AWS Builder Center, and here is how you can get started.

1. What Rewards Can You Get?

AWS Skill Builder Premium provides access to learning resources, including 900+ courses, hands-on labs, certification preparation, and game-based learning.

The certification voucher is subject to AWS terms and eligible exam restrictions. Check the official program page before claiming your rewards.

2. Proof: My Unlocked Rewards

I have personally unlocked rewards through AWS Builder Center. You can check your own reward progress directly from your profile.

Check your AWS Builder Center Rewards

My rewards screenshot:

Caption: My unlocked rewards on AWS Builder Center.

To check your rewards, sign in with your AWS Builder ID and open the Rewards page.

3. The 21 Tasks to Unlock the Rewards

Complete the following activities to work toward all 21 badges.

Profile and first-time activities

1. Publish your first article.
2. Read 10 different articles.
3. Publish your first wish in AWS Wishlist.
4. Complete the About section in your profile.
5. Upload a profile photo.
6. Comment on community content.

Daily and weekly activities

7. Vote on wishes weekly for four consecutive weeks.
8. Comment daily for 7 consecutive days.
9. Like content daily for 7 consecutive days.
10. Visit Builder Center daily for 7 consecutive days while signed in.
11. Publish an article weekly for four consecutive weeks.
12. Visit Builder Center daily for 30 consecutive days.
13. Like content daily for 30 consecutive days.
14. Comment daily for 30 consecutive days.
15. Visit Builder Center daily for 90 consecutive days.
16. Like content daily for 90 consecutive days.
17. Comment daily for 90 consecutive days.

Community engagement activities

18. Get 10 votes on your wishes.
19. Get replies on 10 of your comments.
20. Get at least 10 likes on each of five articles.
21. Get at least 10 likes on each of five comments.

Important: Some achievements take time, and others depend on community engagement. Check your Builder Center profile for the exact badge requirements and progress.

4. How to Get Started

1. Visit AWS Builder Center.
2. Create an AWS Builder ID or sign in.
3. Open the AWS Student Rewards page.
4. Complete the student verification process if eligible.
5. Complete your profile and start earning badges.
6. Track your progress at builder.aws.com/profile/rewards.

Eligibility and verification requirements apply. Check the official program information to confirm that you qualify.

5. Tips for Unlocking Badges

• Start early: The longest daily streaks require 90 consecutive days.
• Publish useful articles: Write about AWS services, cloud computing, or projects you have built.
• Comment meaningfully: Contribute helpful information instead of posting repetitive comments.
• Stay consistent: Set a daily reminder to maintain your streaks.
• Track your progress: Check your profile regularly to confirm that badges have been awarded.

Conclusion

AWS Student Rewards gives eligible university students an opportunity to develop their cloud computing knowledge while working toward valuable rewards.

Earn 7 badges for $10 in AWS credits, 14 badges for an additional $20 in credits, and 21 badges to work toward a $100 AWS Certification exam voucher.

I have unlocked rewards through Builder Center, and you can check your own progress here:

Check your unlocked AWS rewards →

For the latest eligibility requirements, reward details, and voucher conditions, visit the official AWS Student Rewards page.

Program terms, eligibility, and reward availability may change. Always confirm the latest details with AWS.