Students and Educators - Save an extra $5/mo. when you sign up with your .edu email[tooltip:Terms|Important: To qualify for this offer, you must provide a valid .edu email address that can be successfully verified and does not bounce back. A $5 discount will be applied to eligible internet services for speed tiers of 300mbps and above. Once your email is verified, you will receive a confirmation email, and the discount will be automatically applied to your bill within 1-2 billing cycles. Additional eligibility checks may apply. Qualifying customers receive $5 discount after providing email or ID verification. $5 discount remains until eligibility requirements no longer met.]

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The Internet deal every student & educator should know about

Sign up with your .edu email and lock in your $5/mo.
exclusive savings.[tooltip:Terms|Important: To qualify for this offer, you must provide a valid .edu email address that can be successfully verified and does not bounce back. A $5 discount will be applied to eligible internet services for speed tiers of 300mbps and above. Once your email is verified, you will receive a confirmation email, and the discount will be automatically applied to your bill within 1-2 billing cycles. Additional eligibility checks may apply. Qualifying customers receive $5 discount after providing email or ID verification. $5 discount remains until eligibility requirements no longer met. 300 Mbps Internet service auto-renews monthly at $30/mo. + taxes & fees for 60 months, after which price will go up no more than $15/mo. per year until standard rates reached. Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-694-9474 or by logging into account at optimum.net. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in CT & NJ. Price reflects $10/mo off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. Reduced to $5/mo w/ debit card. No discount w/ credit cards. Offer for new residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply. 300 MBPS FIBER INTERNET: Up to 300 Mbps download/up to 300 Mbps upload, not available in all areas. Advertised speed for wired connection. Actual speeds may vary & are not guaranteed, see optimum.com/speedfactors for more info. INTERNET EQUIP, TAXES & FEES: For online orders, standard rates for professional installation may apply where free Self-Setup is available. Gateway fee auto-renews monthly at $0/mo. + taxes & fees for 12 months, after which price will go up no more than $5/mo. per year until standard rates reached. Limit 1 per household. Min system req’s & equip configs apply. Whole Home Wifi (optional) auto-renews monthly at $5/mo. + taxes & fees. Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-694-9474. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in CT & NJ. Whole Home WiFi is available for purchase to enhance wireless connectivity throughout a subscriber’s residence. Coverage varies based on normal use and building conditions. Actual range and performance can vary. For other services and supplies (add’l equip., install, paper bill, device protection, misc. services, etc.) taxes may apply. CONTRACT BUYOUT: Must provide copy of bill from competing provider, in same name and at same address, showing early termination fee (ETF) amount and that you were an active customer with the competitor at time of sale without a past due balance. Bill may be submitted by email to CompetitorProof@alticeusa.com. Once all documents are received, you will receive a bill credit covering ETF amount up to max of $100 within 6-8 weeks provided account is maintained in good standing. 60-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE: 60-day money-back guarantee is only for the Internet service monthly fee, Mobile monthly service and Mobile activation fees. Optimum must be contacted within first 60 days of service to receive full refund. Customers without remaining account balance will receive refund to original payment method. Customers with remaining account balances will receive a bill credit. Mobile devices purchases and financing not refundable. 21-day Mobile device return policy applies (subject to $50 restocking fee). 60-DAY INSTALL / ACTIVATION REIMBURSEMENT: Optimum must be contacted within first 60 days of service to receive reimbursement of Internet competitor installation fee (up to $100) and/or Mobile competitor activation charges (up to $25). Customer must provide 1st bill reflecting installation/activation charges with competitor within 60 days of disconnection. Internet customers will be notified via email regarding how to submit new provider bill(s) for reimbursement. Mobile customers, visit Optimum.com FAQ page for details on how to submit new provider bill for reimbursement. Eligible customers will receive a virtual Prepaid Mastercard® with reimbursement amount within approx. 2 weeks of validation. OPTIMUM PREPAID MASTERCARD: Limit 1 per customer, per service. Virtual card is issued by Pathward®, N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to license by Mastercard International Incorporated. Mastercard and the circles design are registered trademarks of Mastercard International Incorporated. No cash access or recurring payments. Virtual card can be used where Debit Mastercard is accepted online, for phone/mail orders or in stores that accept mobile wallet. Virtual card valid for up to 6 months; unused funds will forfeit after the valid thru date. Terms and conditions apply. Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. All trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owner. © 2026 CSC Holdings, LLC. ]

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Students & educators save $5/mo. on every Fiber Internet plan

Every plan includes a 5-year price lock. Pick the speed your place needs.

5-year price lock on all plans
Powered by Fiber
Free professional installation
No data caps
Network reliability
60 day money-back guarantee

Watch more, talk more, & save more

Save up to $30/mo. when you add TV + Mobile to your Internet plan

How to claim your lower rate

Three easy steps to lock in your savings.

Internet built for campus life

From 8am Zoom lectures to 2am study sessions to weekend gaming marathons, 

Optimum Internet keeps up with it all.

Zoom that doesn't freeze

Zoom that doesn't freeze

Symmetrical fiber speeds mean your uploads are as fast as your downloads — virtual class stays clear, group projects stay on track, and your professor never sees a buffering screen.
Low latency. No excuses.

Low latency. No excuses.

Fiber's low latency keeps controls instant and matches competitive — even when your roommates are all streaming at the same time on the same connection.
4K on every screen, no buffering

4K on every screen, no buffering

Steady fiber means movies load fast, 4K stays sharp, and you and your three roommates can all binge different shows at once without anyone buffering.
A price that won't change on you

A price that won't change on you

Lock in $25/mo. for five years. Same rate through graduation and whatever comes after — no bill shock, no renegotiating mid-semester.
Wi-Fi in every corner of the apartment

Wi-Fi in every corner of the apartment

Wi-Fi 6E reaches the bedroom, the living room, and the roommate who never comes out. Strong signal everywhere, even with every device in the apartment online.

Relying on 5G Home Internet is a rookie mistake

5G Home Internet uses a wireless signal — the same one that drops on your commute. Optimum Fiber is a hardwired connection built for your building. Faster, more consistent, and more reliable when it counts.

 

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Fastest, most consistent, and most reliable Internet speeds based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data, median download and fixed Consistency Score for NY & NJ Q3-Q4 2025. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

99.9% reliability claim excludes outages caused by external events and scheduled maintenance.

Free service installation, your way

Choose a guided DIY via self-install or schedule an appointment with a professional to take care of it for you.

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Free expert installation ($100 value)

Let us take care of it for you.

 

  • Ensure your Internet is installed correctly by a pro
  • Choose an appointment time that works for you
  • Complete testing & activation before the technician leaves
An Optimum associate speaks with business partners about key benefits of the Referral Partner Program.
An Optimum associate speaks with business partners about key benefits of the Referral Partner Program.

Free Self-setup

Set your service up at your convenience.

 

  • Get your equipment as soon as next day, or pick your preferred delivery date
  • Set yourself up in 20 minutes or less
  • Enjoy dedicated tech support 24/7 if you need it
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Entertainment TV service auto-renews monthly at $20/mo. + taxes/fees for 12 mo., then up to $10/mo. per yr. increase until standard rates.

Mobile Bundle: $20 credit per month on internet service for speeds 300M & above, with req'd mobile signup must be completed within 30 days of Internet, otherwise Internet billed at current promotional rate (subject to change at any time). Offer for current residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Requires unlimited or unlimited max mobile plan to qualify. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply.

Get $30 off when you bundle 300+ Mbps Internet with Unlimited Mobile and Entertainment TV: For additional $20 internet credit per month, mobile signup must be completed within 30 days of Internet, otherwise Internet billed at current promotional rate (subject to change at any time).

Standard rates subject to change. Subscription auto-renews each month until canceled. Cancel any time at 877-694-9474 or by logging into account at optimum.net. Cancellation effective at end of then-current billing period except in CT & NJ. Price reflects $10/mo off w/ Auto Pay + Paperless Billing via checking, must maintain both. Reduced to $5/mo w/ debit card. No discount w/ credit cards. Offer for new residential customers. Former Optimum seasonal customers or customers previously not in good standing not eligible for promo. Acct with unpaid bill after due date is not in good standing. Offer is not transferable, may not be combined w/other offers, is limited to advertised level of srvc, and is not available in all areas. Other terms, restrictions & conditions apply.

$200 Visa® Prepaid Card available with 1 Gig Internet & above, TV & Unlimited Mobile bundle.

VISA® PREPAID CARD: Offer not available to individuals who participated in a Prepaid/Gift Card or Snappy Gift promo within the past 12 mos. Req. Paperless Bill & Autopay with bank acct. Customer must maintain promo eligibility & acct. in good standing (no past-due or returned pmt.) for first 90 days after acct. activation to receive Virtual Acct./Card. Card delivered virtually after 90-day period unless customer elects physical card (mailed 4–6 wks after). Limit 1 per cust. Cannot be used to pay Optimum monthly bill. Virtual Account/Card is issued by Pathward®, N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Virtual Account can be used online, via phone, or in store with a digital wallet everywhere Visa debit cards are accepted in the U.S. and District of Columbia. Cards can be used everywhere Visa debit cards are accepted in the U.S. and District of Columbia. NO CASH OR ATM ACCESS. See Virtual Accountholder Agreement for details. Card/Virtual card valid for up to 12 mos; unused funds will forfeit after the valid thru date. Terms & conditions apply.

Pricing, offers, and terms subject to change and discontinuance w/o notice. All trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owner. © 2026 CSC Holdings, LLC.

See if Optimum is available at your university

Adelphi University

Brooklyn College (CUNY)

Felician College

Hostos Community College (CUNY)

Medgar Evers College (CUNY)

Passaic County CC

The College of Mount Saint Vincent

University of Bridgeport

Bergen Community College

CUNY Kingsborough Community College

Fordham University

Lehman College (CUNY)

Molloy University

Rutgers University

The New School (Eugene Lang College)

Bronx Community College (CUNY)

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Hofstra University

Long Island University Brooklyn

NJ Institute of Tech

SUNY Maritime College

Touro University (Long Island Campuses)

Frequently asked questions

It's a special deal for university students! Get fast, reliable internet perfect for classes, studying, streaming, and gaming, all with a 1-Year Price Lock. Plus, you can get Disney+ with Hulu on us for 6 months with select plans (500Mbs and higher) and add Optimum Mobile for just $25/month.

This offer is for university students at participating schools who are getting set up for the school year. You'll be able to check if your university is included when you explore the offer.

You get more than just a connection! It includes:

  • Superfast internet (details confirmed at sign-up based on your location).
  • Disney+ with Hulu On Us for 6 Months (with our 500M+ plans).
  • The option to add an affordable $25 Mobile Plan.
  • A 1-Year Price Lock for predictable billing.

Nope! This offer comes with no annual contract, giving you the flexibility you need as a student.

You can check the list of participating universities when you explore the offer. To confirm the specific services, speeds, and pricing available for your address and get the best internet for college students like you, you'll enter your details during the sign-up process on our website or by contacting us.

You'll receive the necessary Optimum equipment, like our Optimum Gateway, to get your student apartment connected. Our service also supports Smart WiFi 6E technology, which is designed to provide seamless and superfast WiFi coverage in every corner of your new place, perfect for when you and your roommates are all online.

We know you’ve got enough on your plate with classes and moving in, so we’ve made setting up Optimum Fiber a breeze. We provide simple instructions, and if you do hit any snags, our 24/7 customer support team is ready to help you out.

Optimum Fiber is built for student life with reliable speeds for all your devices, no buffering during binge-watching or gaming, plus the ability to handle roommates streaming and uploading at the same time.

Plus, you get a one-year price lock, exclusive streaming perks, and mobile savings.