name: Instructure Canvas Plans and Pricing
description: >-
  Instructure Canvas LMS pricing follows an institutional licensing model based
  on FTE enrollment. Instructure introduced three tiered product bundles in 2026
  — Core, Plus, and Next — each offering progressively expanded AI features and
  capabilities through IgniteAI. API access is included as part of all Canvas
  tiers. Pricing is negotiated per institution and not publicly listed; typical
  rates range from $3 to $12 per active user annually depending on size,
  contract length, and add-ons. Add-on products include Canvas Studio, Catalog,
  Credentials, Impact, and Mastery.
specificationVersion: '0.1'
plans:
  - name: Canvas Core
    description: >-
      Foundational LMS functionality with essential AI features automatically
      included for all existing Canvas customers. Includes the full REST and
      GraphQL API, LTI integrations, OAuth2 developer keys, and basic IgniteAI
      accessibility features.
    url: https://www.instructure.com/press-release/instructure-introduces-simplified-canvas-tiers-and-ecosystem-updates-new-next
    features:
      - Full Canvas REST API access
      - GraphQL API access
      - OAuth2 developer keys and scopes
      - LTI 1.3 integration support
      - Essential IgniteAI accessibility features
      - Community support via community.canvaslms.com
    pricingModel: per-user-annual
    pricingNote: >-
      Institutional licensing; custom quotes based on FTE enrollment and
      contract length. Typically $8–$12 per user for smaller deployments
      (under 5,000 users).
  - name: Canvas Plus
    description: >-
      Expanded engagement tools, advanced analytics, and AI features for
      teaching and feedback workflows. Includes everything in Canvas Core plus
      enhanced reporting, teaching tools powered by IgniteAI, and access to
      additional Canvas platform capabilities.
    url: https://www.instructure.com/press-release/instructure-introduces-simplified-canvas-tiers-and-ecosystem-updates-new-next
    features:
      - All Canvas Core features
      - Advanced analytics and reporting
      - Enhanced IgniteAI teaching and feedback tools
      - Expanded engagement tools
    pricingModel: per-user-annual
    pricingNote: >-
      Institutional licensing; custom quotes. Volume discounts available for
      larger institutions (20,000+ users typically $3–$6 per user).
  - name: Canvas Next
    description: >-
      The highest tier with expanded access to the latest and most advanced
      AI-supported capabilities including agentic assistance through IgniteAI.
      Suitable for institutions seeking cutting-edge educational technology
      with maximum AI integration.
    url: https://www.instructure.com/press-release/instructure-introduces-simplified-canvas-tiers-and-ecosystem-updates-new-next
    features:
      - All Canvas Plus features
      - Advanced agentic IgniteAI assistance
      - Latest AI-supported capabilities
      - Priority access to new features
    pricingModel: per-user-annual
    pricingNote: >-
      Institutional licensing; custom quotes. Contact Instructure sales for
      pricing details.
addons:
  - name: Canvas Studio
    description: Video and media platform for Canvas
    url: https://www.instructure.com/canvas/resources/all/canvas-studio
  - name: Canvas Catalog
    description: Course catalog and registration management
    url: https://www.instructure.com/higher-education/products/canvas/canvas-catalog
  - name: Canvas Credentials
    description: Digital badges and credentials (Parchment)
    url: https://www.instructure.com/canvas/resources/all/canvas-credentials
  - name: Impact by Instructure
    description: Analytics and adoption insights platform
    url: https://www.instructure.com/canvas/impact
  - name: Mastery Connect
    description: Assessment and outcomes management
    url: https://www.instructure.com/k-12/products/mastery/mastery-connect
contactSales: https://www.instructure.com/contact
pricingPage: https://www.instructure.com/canvas/pricing