ChatGPT Edu is a secure, education-focused version of OpenAI’s ChatGPT designed for use by universities. It offers advanced AI tools for learning, research, and productivity, all within a privacy-protected environment. Cedarville adopted ChatGPT Edu to give students, faculty, and staff access to cutting-edge AI while maintaining our commitment to Christ-centered excellence and integrity.
NOTE: ChatGPT Edu accounts are available for FULL-TIME FACULTY /STAFF members and FULL-TIME STUDENTS (degree seeking, registered for 12 undergrad credits or 6 grad credits in any future term, not under 18 yrs old). ChatGPT— Edu
Step 1: Open your email
Qualified members of CU will receive an email from noreply@tm.openai.com. Once you open your email you will see your invitation to Open AI.
Select the JOIN WORKSPACE green button in the email.
Step 2: Get Started
After clicking JOIN WORKSPACE the next window will open to start the log in process.
Select the blue LOG IN option.
Step 3: Enter your CU email
At this window you will be presented option for access. Here you will enter your CU email address and select CONTINUE.
Step 4: Select Log In Option
On this page you will select the first option: Cedarville University ChatGPT Edu
If you have an existing ChatGPT Plus subscription or a free ChatGPT account:
You’ll have additional prompts to choose what to do with your current workspace. You’ll have two options:
- Transfer – Move your existing chat history and custom GPTs into your new Edu workspace
- Export and Delete – Download your data and permanently delete your current workspace.
After making your selection, you'll be asked to confirm your choice.
Step 5: Let's GO!
This page will open with a few points and you will select OKAY, LET'S GO.
Step 6: Select Your Role
This window will allow you to select your role.
Here you will select your CU role:
- Student -- Student
- Faculty -- Instructional Staff
- Staff -- Administration
Step 7: Select Your Field
Select the option that matches your designated department/field.
Step 8: Customize Your Chat Responses
Look in the bottom left hand corner of the page. You should see your name and a purple circle with a white diamond.
By clicking on the purple circle with a white diamond a box will open.
Select CUSTOMIZE ChatGPT
This window will open up and you will be able to personalize the responses ChatGPT will provide you:
Step 9: Set Up Account Settings
By selecting the purple circle with the white diamond again you can select SETTINGS, here you can customize your account.
Step 10: Welcome to OPEN AI CHATGPT Edu!
You are now ready to start on your AI journey! Remember the better the prompt the better the response!
Note: By selecting the purple circle with the white diamond you also have a HELP option and a LOG OUT option.