A family of Microsoft presentation graphics products that offer tools for creating presentations and adding graphic effects like multimedia objects and special effects with text.
This is a user-to-user community forum, not an official Microsoft support channel. I am a fellow user and do not represent Microsoft or have the authority to provide free licenses. Copilot availability in PowerPoint depends on your Microsoft 365 subscription and account eligibility.
You can check whether you qualify for any free or discounted Microsoft 365 options through your school, university, or organization. You can also explore Microsoft 365 for the web, which offers free online versions of PowerPoint with limited features.
I also suggest reviewing the AI forum's answer for more information about using PowerPoint for the web and Microsoft Copilot separately at no cost, as well as possible options for students.
I understand that cost can be a concern, and I hope you find an option that works for you.