Stay online for lectures, assignments, and socializing with Glo’s 2025 student plans: 105 MB (₦100), 1.5 GB (₦500), 2.6 GB (₦1 000), 5 GB (₦1 500), plus Campus Booster and social bundles. Learn activation codes, rollover tips, and diaspora gifting steps here.
Why Glo Is Perfect for Students
- Wallet‑Friendly: Bundles start at just ₦50, ₦100, and ₦200—ideal for tight allowances.
- Flexible Validity: Choose 1‑day, 2‑day, weekly, or monthly plans to match your study schedule.
- Night Bonuses: Off‑peak data (12 AM–5 AM) extends your budget—perfect for late‑night research or downloads.
- Campus Boosters: Special promos on campus LTE ensure strong indoor Wi‑Fi at select universities.
- Diaspora Gifting: Parents abroad can top up instantly, ensuring students never miss a virtual lecture.
Daily Micro Plans (₦50–₦200)
Plan |
Data |
Price (₦) |
Validity |
Activation (USSD) |
Best Use |
45 MB Daily |
40 MB + 5 MB Night |
50 |
1 day |
|
Quick messages & email checks |
105 MB Daily |
100 MB + 5 MB Night |
100 |
1 day |
|
Light browsing, WhatsApp voice notes |
235 MB Daily |
210 MB + 25 MB Night |
200 |
1 day |
|
Short lectures, small downloads |
Tip: If you only have ₦100, the 105 MB Daily plan is a reliable emergency top‑up for urgent research or group‑chat tasks.
Short‑Term Weekly Plans (₦500–₦1 500)
Plan |
Data |
Price (₦) |
Validity |
Activation (USSD) |
Best Use |
1.5 GB Weekly |
500 MB + 1 024 MB Night |
500 |
7 days |
|
One‑week of classes + evening downloads |
2 GB (2-Day) |
2 GB |
500 |
2 days |
|
Weekend project work |
7 GB Weekly |
7 GB |
1 500 |
7 days |
|
Full week of moderate streaming & research |
Tip: For weekend‑only tasks, the 2 GB (₂‑Day) plan at ₦500 provides concentrated data for intensive study sessions.
Monthly Plans (₦1 000–₦3 000)
Managing one recharge per month saves time. These bundles include generous night bonuses.
Plan |
Day Data |
Night Bonus |
Total |
Price (₦) |
Validity |
Activation |
2.6 GB Monthly |
1 126 MB |
1 536 MB |
2 662 MB |
1 000 |
30 days |
|
5 GB Monthly |
2 048 MB |
3 072 MB |
5 120 MB |
1 500 |
30 days |
|
6.15 GB Monthly |
3 226 MB |
3 072 MB |
6 298 MB |
2 000 |
30 days |
|
7.25 GB Monthly |
4 352 MB |
3 072 MB |
7 424 MB |
2 500 |
30 days |
|
10 GB Monthly |
8 192 MB |
2 048 MB |
10 240 MB |
3 000 |
30 days |
|
Tip: If your monthly allowance is ₦1 000–₦2 000, 2.6 GB or 5 GB plans strike the ideal balance between cost and capacity for lectures, research, and light streaming.
Campus Booster Plans
Leverage Glo’s campus LTE nodes for superior indoor speeds. These apply only within designated campuses.
Plan |
Day Data |
Night Bonus |
Total |
Price (₦) |
Validity |
Activation |
4.2 GB Campus |
2 253 MB |
2 048 MB |
4 301 MB |
1 000 |
30 days |
|
9.8 GB Campus |
6 451 MB |
3 584 MB |
10 035 MB |
2 000 |
30 days |
|
30 GB Campus |
27 648 MB |
3 072 MB |
30 720 MB |
5 000 |
30 days |
|
Tip: Check with your campus ICT office for Glo’s Booster coverage map. The 4.2 GB plan at ₦1 000 often suffices for regular lecture streaming and downloads.
Social Media Bundles
If you rely on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, or Telegram for group chats and class updates, these app‑specific bundles can be economical.
Plan |
Volume |
Price (₦) |
Validity |
Activation |
135 MB Social |
135 MB |
50 |
3 days |
|
335 MB Social |
335 MB |
100 |
7 days |
|
1.1 GB Social |
1 126 MB |
300 |
10 days |
|
1.8 GB Social |
1 843 MB |
500 |
15 days |
|
Tip: Use social bundles for group discussions and announcements; switch to “Any‑Internet” plans when you need full‑web access.
Cost‑Saving Strategies
- Leverage Night Data
- Schedule heavy downloads or video retrievals between 12 AM–5 AM.
- Enable Data Saver Modes
- Use Chrome Data Saver or Opera Mini to compress pages.
- Use Lite Apps
- Facebook Lite, Messenger Lite, Telegram Lite to conserve MB.
- Auto‑Renew Early for Rollover
- Top up before expiry to carry unused data forward.
- Split Costs
- Share a monthly or campus booster plan with a roommate via Glo’s data‑share feature (
*127*01*number#
). - Combine with Campus Wi‑Fi
- Use free campus hotspots when available; rely on Glo for off‑campus hours.
Diaspora Gifting Made Easy
Parents or relatives in the UK, US, Canada, or Switzerland can ensure students never miss a class:
- Visit SmartSMSSolutions.com
- Select Glo Data → [Desired Plan Category].
- Pick the appropriate bundle (e.g., 5 GB Monthly for ₦1 500).
- Pay in your currency by card or PayPal.
- Enter the student’s Glo number—the data credits instantly.
Tip: Set a calendar reminder for monthly gifting to avoid service lapses.
FAQ for Students
Q1: Can I top up mid‑day if I run out?
A: Yes—mix daily or social bundles with your monthly plan to bridge gaps.
Q2: Do these plans auto‑renew?
A: Bundles require manual renewal, but you can opt into auto‑renew for most monthly plans via USSD or the Glo Café App.
Q3: How do I check my balance?
A: Dial *312*0#
, *127*0#
, or view usage in the Glo Café App.
Q4: Can I share data with friends?
A: Use the Data Share feature: *127*01*RecipientNumber#
to grant access from your bundle.
Final Recommendations
- For Daily Emergencies:
- ₦100 (105 MB) or ₦200 (235 MB) daily plans.
- For Weekly Projects:
- ₦500 (1.5 GB) or ₦1 500 (7 GB) weekly bundles.
- For Monthly Stability:
- ₦1 000 (2.6 GB) or ₦2 000 (5 GB) entry bundles.
- ₦3 000 (10 GB) for heavier usage.
- For Campus‑Based Learning:
- ₦1 000 (4.2 GB Campus Booster); upgrade to ₦2 000 (9.8 GB) if needed.
- For Social‑Only Chats:
- ₦50–₦500 social bundles—perfect for group discussions.
By combining these options and leveraging night bonuses, students can tailor their data purchases to match assignment deadlines, lecture schedules, and social life—without overspending. Stay connected, stay productive, and make every naira count!