20 Free Study Apps for Students

Being a student means it’s time to learn about prioritizing and not procrastinating. But of course, it’s not always that simple. Thanks to modern technology, student life is much easier and mobile applications are the key resource to succeeding. Well, some of the best things in life are free, and that includes study apps. Read more to learn about some of the best (and free) study apps that help students improve productivity and learning.

Bench Prep

BenchPrep offers test prep courses and helps students prepare for standardized tests – GRE, GMAT, MCAT, ACT and SAT, professional certifications, and K-12 classroom learning.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Chegg

Chegg specializes in online textbook rentals, available in both in both digital and physical formats.  They also provide homework help, online tutoring, internship matching and more.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Cram

Cram is a flashcard application which allows students to prepare for all types of subject matter using flashcards and multiple choice tests.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Dictionary.com

With over 2,000,000 definitions and synonyms, dictionary.com is handy for education and learning new vocabulary.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Dragon Dictation

Dragon Dictation is a handy text-to-speech tool. Record your voice and quickly turn it into a document that you can then edit and send via multiple channels. 

Download: App Store | Google Play

DropBox

Dropbox offers cloud storage, keeping your files and your team in sync. Anything you save in Dropbox can be easily accessed from all of your devices.

Download: App Store | Google Play

DuoLingo

Learn a new language with Duolingo. With dozens of languages to choose from, you can practice speaking, reading, listening and writing skills, all while playing a fun game. 

Download: App Store | Google Play

EasyBib

Bibliographies are be frustrating., but they don’t have to be. EasyBib allows you to automatically create citations for your bibliography in seconds.

Download: App Store | Google Play

EverNote

Evernote is just what the name implies: an application that serves as your note-taker. It is a cross-platform application designed for note taking, organizing, and archiving.

Download: App Store | Google Play

FlipBoard

Flipboard aggregates content from social media, news feeds, photo sharing sites and other websites, presents it in magazine format, and allows students to “flip” through the articles, images and videos being shared.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Elevate

Elevate is a brain training program designed to improve attention, speaking skills, processing speed, memory, math skills, and more. Each person is provided with his or her own personalized training program that adjusts over time to maximize results.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Graphing Calculator

This  powerful, flexible graphing calculator lets you perform all manner of calculations, and it can graph up to four equations at once. You can graph in polar coordinates, graph parametric equations, implicit functions, and more.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Khan Academy

Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empowers students to learn at their own pace in and outside of the classroom.

Download: App Store | Google Play

LinkedIn

This online social network is a great place connect and stay in touch with your professional relationships. Search and apply for jobs or internships, and get updates on hot topics and trending companies.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Mathway

From basic algebra to complex calculus, Mathway instantly solves your most difficult math problems – simply type your problem in (or point your camera and snap a picture) to receive instant free answers.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Quizlet

Quizlet is an education and flashcard app. So, create your own flashcards and study sets or choose from millions created by other students — it’s up to you.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Slack

This app brings team communication and collaboration into one place so you can get more work done. Slack is available on any device, so you can access it whether you’re in class, in your dorm, or on the go.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Ted

Explore more than 2,000 TED Talks from remarkable people, by topic and mood, from tech and science to the surprises of your own psychology.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Trello

Trello is the easy, free, flexible, and visual way to manage your projects and stay organized. Whether it’s managing a group project, writing an essay, or just making a to-do list, Trello is the sidekick for you.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Wunderlist

Wunderlist is a simple task management tool. It can be used across loads of devices, meaning you can use it at your desktop or mobile when you are out.

Download: App Store | Google Play

Bonus: Your University’s App

Most universities are starting to become mobile friendly and have created their own apps providing easy and centralized access to things such as school email, student records, grades, campus information, and more.