Hello dhelbrig,
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities! I understand that you are unable to complete the verification process in order to get an Apple Music student subscription. I would be happy to help point you towards a resolution.
Here's a resource that could help:
Get an Apple Music Student subscription - Apple Support
This section describes additional qualifications to check out:
"1 To qualify for an Apple Music Student Membership, you must be a student studying a bachelor degree, post-graduate degree, or equivalent Higher Education course at a University, College (US only) or Post-Secondary School (Canada only). Junior, technical colleges, and special courses are also eligible in Japan."
If you don't have an email address for your educational institution, you'll want to reach out to UNiDAYS using the 'Contact us' link here:
UNiDAYS
Take care!