.degree Domain Registrationfrom £72.64/yr
Why Choose a .degree Domain?
The .degree extension launched in 2014 as part of Donuts' new gTLD portfolio (now operated by Identity Digital). It was built for the education sector — universities, online course providers, accreditation bodies and anyone whose business revolves around academic qualifications. The word itself is unambiguous, which makes the domain useful for course landing pages, degree-finder tools and alumni resources where the audience is actively searching for a qualification.
Ideal for:
- Online universities and distance-learning providers
- Bootcamps and certificate programmes marketing accredited tracks
- Course comparison and degree-finder websites
- University admissions and prospectus microsites
- Career coaches and study-abroad consultants
Things to know:
- Unrestricted — anyone, anywhere can register, with no requirement to be an accredited institution.
- Operated by Identity Digital (formerly Donuts), one of the largest new gTLD registries.
- Some short, generic terms (like single words and common subjects) are flagged as premium by the registry and carry higher renewal fees — these are priced individually.
- Standard ICANN policies apply, including the 60-day transfer lock after registration.
Creative .degree Domain Ideas
- Online.degree — directory of accredited online programmes
- Compare.degree — side-by-side course comparison tool
- Nursing.degree — niche prospectus site for nursing courses
- MyFirst.degree — guidance hub for first-generation students
- Data.degree — landing page for a data science MSc
- Affordable.degree — listings for low-cost qualifications
Frequently asked questions about .degree
Anyone. There are no accreditation checks or eligibility restrictions — individuals, businesses, charities and educational institutions can all register a .degree name. That said, the extension makes most sense if your site genuinely relates to qualifications, courses or learning, since that is what visitors will expect when they see the address.
You can register a .degree for between one and ten years at a time. Most customers choose one or two years initially and then renew, but locking in a longer term protects you against price changes and removes the risk of forgetting to renew. You can extend the registration at any point during its lifetime.
Yes. As long as the domain is at least 60 days old, unlocked at your current registrar, and you have the EPP authorisation code, the transfer can be completed in a few days. Incoming transfers typically add a year to your existing expiry date, so you don't lose any time you've already paid for.
Yes. The registry classifies certain high-value terms — usually short, generic or subject-specific words — as premium, and these carry higher one-off and renewal fees set by the registry rather than the standard rate. The domain search will show the premium price clearly before you commit, so there are no surprises at checkout.
After expiry there is a grace period of around 30 days during which you can renew at the normal price. After that the domain enters a redemption phase for roughly 30 more days, where recovery is possible but carries a registry redemption fee. Once that ends the name is released and anyone can register it.