OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT Edu, a specialized version of ChatGPT designed for universities to responsibly integrate AI into their campuses. Powered by GPT-4o, ChatGPT Edu offers advanced capabilities in text and vision reasoning, data analysis, and more, with enterprise-level security and affordability for educational institutions.
Features of ChatGPT Edu
ChatGPT Edu is designed to scale AI integration across campuses and includes:
- Access to GPT-4o: Excels in text interpretation, coding, and mathematics.
- Advanced Capabilities: Data analytics, web browsing, document summarization.
- Custom GPTs: Ability to build and share custom versions within university workspaces.
- Higher Message Limits: More extensive usage compared to the free version.
- Improved Language Capabilities: Supports over 50 languages with enhanced quality and speed.
- Robust Security and Controls: Includes group permissions, SSO, SCIM 1, and GPT management.
- Data Privacy: Conversations and data are not used to train OpenAI models.
Current Uses of ChatGPT in Universities
Universities like the University of Oxford, Wharton School, University of Texas at Austin, Arizona State University, and Columbia University have successfully integrated ChatGPT Enterprise. Examples include:
- Columbia University: Professor Nabila El-Bassel's team uses a GPT to analyze large datasets for community-based strategies to reduce overdose fatalities.
- Wharton School: Professor Ethan Mollick's students use GPT for final reflection assignments, enhancing their learning experience.
- Arizona State University: Assistant Professor Christiane Reves is developing a custom GPT for German language practice, providing tailored feedback and saving faculty time.
For more information, universities are encouraged to contact OpenAI's sales team.
