Request Claude for a Course

Summary

Use this request, as a faculty member, to set up Claude access for an entire class for a semester.

When to Use This

Use this offering when:

  • You are teaching a course and want your enrolled students to use Claude as part of the class.
  • You want a whole-class setup provisioned for a specific term rather than individual student requests.
  • You need to include a teaching assistant or co-instructor in the class setup.
  • You want to specify which Claude tools the class will use.

When NOT to Use This

Do not use this offering if:

  • You only need Claude for your own research or work. Use Request Claude Access in the Related Services section.
  • Your students only need general AI chat. LibreChat is available to all students who have completed the Artificial Intelligence Ethics course. See LibreChat in the Related Services section.
  • You want advice before deciding how to use Claude in your course. Use Request a Claude Consultation in the Related Services section.

Before You Submit

Have this information ready:

  • The course number and name, and the term.
  • The expected number of students.
  • Which Claude tools the class will use (chat, Claude Code, or Cowork).
  • Any teaching assistant or co-instructor to include.
  • The funding source for usage costs, and the account or index code if applicable.

What Happens Next

Faculty whole-class requests are approved automatically and routed for provisioning. Setup is typically completed within 2 business days, and you may be contacted to confirm the roster or term details. You will receive a confirmation when the class is ready to use Claude.

 
Request Claude for a Course

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