Generative AI will revolutionize the teaching, research, and business of Penn. The tools use large language models (LLMs) to create novel content.
ISC manages a range of Generative AI tools for campus with negotiated enterprise contracts including improved security, privacy, and cost. Microsoft Copilot Chat and Grammarly are available at no additional charge over existing Penn agreements, and OpenAI ChatGPT Edu is available for a fee. Each tool is approved for Moderate Risk Data as defined by the Penn Data Risk Classification. The following table provides information on available tools, costs, and data protections.
Many other AI tools are available to the public but are less secure. Our agreements prevent Penn data from being shared back with the vendor for any purpose, including training. Please follow Penn’s Guidance for Use of Generative AI.
For product inquiries, please contact your Local Support Provider or ISC's Client Care.
| Tools | Capabilities | Cost per user | Penn Data Risk Classification |
| Microsoft Copilot Chat* | Full-range generative AI chat client, running on ChatGPT, that provides web search enhanced with generative AI to create novel content (text, images). | No additional charge over existing Microsoft 365 agreements*. The tool is self-service. | Moderate risk data |
| Writing-centric tool that provides writing assistance, expanding beyond grammar and spell-check with options including AI-assisted outlining, citation, and revision. | Available as a pilot service at no additional cost. The tool is self-service. | Moderate risk data |
| ChatGPT Edu | Full-range generative AI chat client (text, images, audio). | Currently $13 per user per month. Contact your IT Local Support Provider or ISC Client Care. | Moderate risk data |
Updated January 2025. *Some Microsoft offerings are managed by individual Schools.
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