Environment
Michigan Online, Coursera, edX
Issue
You are a University of Michigan Student, Faculty, Staff, or Alum who believes you should have free access but Coursera or edX is asking you to pay or is not recognizing your U-M affiliation.
Resolution
This usually happens when you open the course from the Coursera or edX homepage instead of beginning enrollment through Michigan Online.
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Return to Michigan Online and open the course or series page.
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Find the Enrollment section.
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Select U-M Free Access.
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Sign in with your U-M uniqname and password.
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Create or connect your Coursera or edX account when prompted.
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When you return to Coursera or edX later, sign in using the account connected to your U-M access.
If the course still is not free
Most non-credit open online courses featured on Michigan Online are free to U-M students, faculty, staff, and alumni, but exceptions apply. Some courses are designed only for specific U-M students. Courses that belong to degree programs and some certificate programs may also require payment because they can lead to U-M credit.
Additional Information
For additional assistance, please contact Michigan Online Support.