Student and Early Career Badge Discounts

March 7-15, 2025

Learning goes beyond the classroom at SXSW with badge discounts. Currently enrolled students and recent graduates may be eligible for discounts to attend SXSW with an Interactive, Film & TV, or Music Badge.

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SXSW 2024 Attendees at the SXSW Expo – Photo by Tico Mendoza

Expand Your Network

SXSW is the perfect opportunity to meet industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and creators from across the globe. Explore badge discounts for students and recent graduates to attend SXSW 2025 from March 7–15 in Austin, TX.

Student Badge Discount
Currently enrolled students – college undergraduate, postgraduate, or high school grades 9-12 – may apply for this special offer while supplies last.

Early Career Badge Discount
The Early Career Badge Discount offers an exclusive rate on an Interactive, Film & TV, or Music Badge for SXSW 2025. Enjoy 40% off during your first year fresh out of school or 30% off throughout your second year in the professional world.

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SXSW Conference

Professional development, insightful conversations, and much more.

Hear from the brightest minds across different industries at the SXSW Conference. Explore Keynotes, Featured Speakers, mentor sessions, workshops, and hundreds of sessions across multiple programming tracks from March 7–13.

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SXSW 2024 – Photo by Ken Eke

SXSW Festivals

Film & TV, Music, and Comedy

SXSW Festivals offer a unique opportunity to explore the worlds of Film & TV, Music, and Comedy with parties, awards, screenings, showcases, and special events.

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