Top 5 Apps for Students: Study, Focus, Discounts, and More

So you’re heading off to university, college or another educational institution and you want to know which apps will help you with your studies. Plan your back-to-school journey with the best apps for students.

Apps on smartphones, tablets (and many have desktop and web versions) will be a boon for years to come, helping you focus, improve your writing, and do other useful things like get discounts and even manage stress.

Here’s our list of the best apps for students, other than the obvious ones you probably already have, like Google Maps, Calendar (or equivalent), Spotify, or cloud storage services (which is essential).

You may need to check your school’s rules if you are allowed to use any with AI assistance.

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Grammar

Chances are the word processing software you use includes a spell checker, but Grammarly is far superior and works just about anywhere you type, including emails and social media.

The app will not only help you avoid spelling and grammar mistakes, but also improve the tone and clarity of your writing, while understanding your personal character.

It’s free or you can pay for a Premium account for additional features.

Download Grammarly on Android and iOS.

UNiDAYS

We all know that money is tight when you’re a student, so saving money is essential and one of the best ways to do this is by using the UNiDAYS app.

It will help you save up to 40% on nearly 300 brands by offering discount codes as well as giveaways, competitions and much more.

You should also get the Student Beans app to maximize your chances of getting the best discounts and freebies.

Download UNiDAYS on Android and iOS.

Evernote

Evernote, one of the most popular productivity apps of all time, is a great download and does a lot more than you might think.

In addition to a place to take notes during lectures or classes, by syncing them between your devices, you can create to-do lists, set reminders, draw, record audio, and quickly search for the specific content you need.

This might be the app you’ll use more than any other during your studies.

Download Evernote on Android and iOS.

Headspace

Although it can often be said that it’s ‘the time of your life’, studying is hard and involves a lot of pressure, and that’s just the work side of it. Add to that the emotions of living away from home for the first time, making new friends and so much more, and it’s understandable that you might feel overwhelmed.

Headspace is a great meditation app with lots of content available to help you manage stress, anxiety, and sleep better, for example. It can be a great help to keep up with your course.

The good news is that students can get 85% off the regular price, making it a real bargain.

Download Headspace on Android and iOS.

Images of history

Reading comes more naturally to some than others, and if you struggle, don’t be ashamed. Luckily, apps like StoryShots can help.

It can provide you with audiobooks for free and that’s just the beginning. The app can also summarize a book for you, provide summary notes, and is also great for visual learners with infographics, mind maps, and more.

This won’t be possible for your course-specific textbooks, but it’s a great way to quickly “read” a particular topic or title if it’s in the app’s library.

Download StoryShots on Android and iOS.