Where Can I Find a Free Student Version of AutoCAD?

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The discussion centers around finding a free or affordable student version of AutoCAD, including its availability, pricing, and alternatives. Participants explore various sources and opinions on the accessibility of software for students, particularly in relation to educational needs and financial considerations.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the availability of a student version of AutoCAD, expressing frustration at not finding it.
  • Another suggests checking the college bookstore and searching online for "student autocad buy," noting that the student version is referred to as "AutoCAD LT."
  • A participant mentions that AutoCAD LT is suitable for 2D designs but that their class requires 3D functionality, sharing a link to a site selling a student version for $160.
  • One participant reflects on the prevalence of pirated software among students and argues that software companies should provide free access to students, drawing a comparison to banking practices that offer benefits to students.
  • Another participant strongly advises against using pirated software, emphasizing the importance of using legitimate software for educational purposes and future industry use.
  • A participant claims that the student version is available for free online through the AutoCAD website, mentioning a three-year subscription upon registration.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the availability and pricing of student versions of AutoCAD, with some suggesting legitimate sources while others discuss the ethics of software access for students. The discussion does not reach a consensus on the best approach to obtaining the software.

Contextual Notes

Some claims regarding the availability of free versions and the ethical considerations of using pirated software are presented without definitive evidence or consensus among participants.

Who May Find This Useful

Students in engineering or design fields seeking affordable software options, educators interested in software accessibility for students, and individuals exploring ethical considerations in software use.

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Where can I find a student version of AutoCAD? I have looked and can not find one. Surely they offer one. I bought the student version of MATLAB and have been extremely happy with it.
 
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Have you tried your college bookstore? How about googling "student autocad buy"...

edit: the student version is called "AutoCAD LT", btw, so a google for that will find it too.
 
Thanks russ. But I think that AutoCAD LT would work for me. AutoCAD LT is a scaled down version of AutoCAD that is for 2D designs. My class requires the 3D functionality. But I have found a site that sells a student version that lasts a year for $160. Here is the link if anyone is interested:
http://www.cadcampus.com/
 
hmmmm not that i condone it, but i recall pirated versions of EVERYTHING doing the rounds at college??
on that note actually i think such software should be given out free to students, they charge you for a student version of autocad, MATLAB whatever, which your not going to get financial gain from as student anyway!so that when you qualify you'll buy them, give them more dosh!

they shold adopt the banking worlds mentallity, banks give great deals for students, free atm cards, no charges for drafts etc (some even give interest free overdrafts), all because they know its in the banks long term interest!
 
Mmm. Definitely DO NOT use pirated software when you're a student. Having all that functionality for your studies, and training yourself to use something which will be invaluable for use in industry, whilst not really costing the software company anything since if you can use their software, you'll be buying industrial licenses in a few years time anyway, would just be a silly idea.

Wink wink.
 
You can find the student version by searching through internet.There are various sites on internet that provide student version of internet.
 
The student version is free online to download off of the AUTOCad website. I know so because I got it this morning, it's a free three year subscription. You just have to register
 

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