To qualify, you must belong to one of the following categories at a (accredited by a government agency):
Educational access is valid for one year. However, you can renew your eligibility annually as long as you remain a student or educator.
The process typically takes for approval once documents are submitted. autocad student version eligibility
Programs like FreeCAD, LibreCAD, or OnShape (which has its own generous student tier) offer similar drafting capabilities.
Autodesk uses a third-party service called SheerID to verify eligibility. You cannot simply use a ".edu" email address to get access; you must provide official proof of enrollment or employment. Accepted documents typically include: To qualify, you must belong to one of
If you are a mentor or a participant in an Autodesk-sponsored design competition (like FIRST Robotics), you may also qualify for a temporary educational license. Required Documentation for Verification
Academic License Eligibility Engine Description: A system that validates a user’s academic enrollment status to determine if they qualify for a free 1-year educational license of AutoCAD. Goal: To increase the adoption of AutoCAD among students and educators while preventing fraud and commercial misuse of free licenses. Programs like FreeCAD, LibreCAD, or OnShape (which has
For educators, a letter from the school confirming current faculty status.
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