Adobe Creative Cloud for Students

With Adobe Creative Cloud for Students, you can access all 20+ apps in Creative Cloud and Acrobat DC and own portfolio website, premium fonts, and 20GB of cloud storage.

Save OVER 60% on the Creative Cloud All Apps plan if you’re a student. Just US$19.99/mo. BUY NOW!

Adobe tools empower students to think creatively and communicate expressively, so they can turn their classroom ideas into college and career opportunities.

And offer special pricing for education, from individual students to entire institutions. Whether you're a student, teacher, artist, engineer, or entrepreneur, it's easy to express your ideas and share your experiences with Creative Cloud for students and teachers!



Students & teachers
Discounts for individual students and teachers.

Schools & universities
A wide variety of flexible licensing options for classrooms, labs, departments, and schools.

Entire institutions
Customized pricing and licensing plans tailored to the needs of large institutions.

Adobe conducted a study across 18 different industries comparing two million job postings against two million resumes to understand what skills employers really want.

Find out what skills are sought out and how students can adapt their skillsets and resumes to win in the evolving job market. Fostering creativity in the classroom helps students develop the critical thinking and collaboration skills they need to put them on the path to success.

Created by educators for educators, the Adobe Education Exchange is a free learning platform offering instant access to professional development, teaching materials, and other tools designed to ignite creativity in the classroom.

Adobe's integrated cloud-based solutions can help transform educational institutions with digital innovations that enhance recruiting, engage and empower students, and improve operational efficiency and financial health. Get all Adobe CC for Students apps for the price of a single app!

Creative Cloud
Give your students, faculty, and staff the leading creative desktop apps plus connected mobile apps and services. Creative Cloud includes everything they need to create graphics, videos, web content, online portfolios, and more.

Marketing Cloud
Help your admissions, development, alumni, and athletic departments get deep marketing insights into their target audiences so they can build personalized campaigns and refine their content for maximum impact.

Document Cloud
Create, review, sign, and track critical documents — including financial aid forms, housing forms, transcripts, and faculty employment documents — from anywhere.

FAQ

Are College Students Eligible for a Free Adobe Creative Cloud Subscription?
No, Adobe CC does not offer free subscriptions to college students. However, there is a seven-day free trial available, which grants temporary access to more than 20 applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro, along with 100GB of cloud storage. Once the trial period ends, students can opt for a subscription at the rate of US$19.99 per month for the initial year and US$29.99 per month thereafter.

How Can I Obtain a Student Discount for Adobe Creative Cloud?
Securing a student discount of more than 60% for Adobe Creative Cloud is a straightforward process. Simply visit the Creative Cloud Plans and Pricing page and provide a school-issued email address during the purchase. This email address will facilitate instant verification of your student status.

What Is the Duration of an Adobe Creative Cloud Student Membership?
An Adobe Creative Cloud student membership remains valid for one year. Students have the option to pay for the entire year upfront or opt for monthly billing, with both choices entailing a one-year commitment. At the conclusion of each year, the subscription will automatically renew.

Where Can I Learn to Use Adobe Creative Cloud Applications?
Adobe Creative Cloud student memberships offer a wealth of learning resources. These include live tutorials accessible on Adobe Live, as well as on-demand tutorials catering to beginners, experts, and everyone in between. There is no need to start from scratch, as free templates and project ideas can be found on Adobe Stock.

How Many Computers Can I Activate with My Creative Cloud Membership?
Individual student memberships for Adobe Creative Cloud permit the installation of Adobe apps on multiple computers and activation on two of them. However, it's important to note that only one computer can run the application at any given time.

Who Qualifies for the Adobe Creative Cloud Student Discount?
To be eligible for the Adobe CC student discount, individuals must be at least 13 years old and enrolled in a university, college, primary school, secondary school, or home school.

What’s included in the Adobe CC plan for students?

• Acrobat Pro
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• InDesign
• Premiere Pro
• After Effects
• Lightroom
• Adobe XD
• Animate
• Lightroom Classic
• Dreamweaver
• Dimension
• Audition
• InCopy
• Character Animator
• Capture
• Fresco
• Bridge
• Adobe Express
• Photoshop Express
• Photoshop Camera
• Media Encoder
• Aero
• Prelude
• Lightroom Web
• Adobe Scan
• Fill & Sign
• Acrobat Reader

PROS

Access to Industry-Standard Software: It provides access to a wide range of professional-grade software used by creative professionals worldwide. This includes applications like Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and more.

Regular Updates: Subscribers receive regular updates and new features for Adobe applications. This ensures that you have access to the latest tools and improvements.

Creative Freedom: Adobe's software is known for its versatility, allowing you to work on a variety of creative projects, including graphic design, video editing, web design, photography, and more.

Cloud Storage: Adobe offers cloud storage through Adobe Creative Cloud, making it easy to access your files and work on projects from different devices.

Access to Adobe Fonts: You can use Adobe Fonts (formerly Typekit) as part of your subscription, giving you access to a vast library of fonts for your projects.

Educational Discounts: Adobe often offers significant discounts for students and educators, making it more affordable for those in academic settings.

CONS

Subscription Costs: While the student pricing is more affordable than the standard pricing, Adobe Creative Cloud is still a subscription-based service, which means ongoing costs. This might not be feasible for all students, especially those on a tight budget.

Learning Curve: Adobe software can be complex, with a steep learning curve for beginners. It may take some time to become proficient in using these tools effectively.

System Requirements: Adobe software can be resource-intensive, requiring powerful hardware for smooth performance. This could be a limitation for students with older or less powerful computers.

Internet Dependency: It requires an internet connection for installation, updates, and certain features. If you have a slow or unreliable internet connection, this can be a drawback.

Also Available: Download Adobe Creative Cloud for Students (Mac)