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FAQ's Adobe Student and Teacher Editions
What are Adobe Student and Teacher Editions?
Student and Teacher Editions are the same full versions of the commercial software products, priced at discounts for students, faculty, teachers
Who may purchase and use Student Editions?
Adobe Student and Teacher Editions are for use by:
University and college students-students enrolled at a higher education institution defined as an accredited public or private university or college (including community, junior or vocational college) that grants degrees requiring not less than the equivalent of two years of full-time study
Primary and secondary school students-students enrolled at an accredited public or private primary or secondary school providing full-time instruction
Faculty and staff-teachers and staff employed by an accredited primary or secondary school, or a public or private university or college
Are the products received the current versions of software?
Yes, all products are the most up-to-date versions.
What is included in the Student Edition box?
Inside the box you will find the product CD-ROM and a form to be used to request the serial number from Adobe.
In which languages are the products available?
The products are available in the language versions: English & German.
Are manuals included with the products?
The product package contains no printed manual. The documentation is provided in electronic form on the CD-ROM.
Which platforms are supported by the Student Editions?
Versions are available for both Windows and MAC platforms.
Do the Student Editions have restricted functionality?
No, however Adobe Student Editions are for installation solely on private computers and for non-commercial purposes only.
Is there a time limit on using Student Editions?
No, there is no time limit for using a Student Edition.
Eligibility conditions
How must evidence of eligibility be provided?
The serial number must be applied for from Adobe by e-mail or fax. Proof of eligibility must be enclosed in the application for the serial number.
What kind of evidence is needed?
The following is needed to provide evidence of eligibility:
Students Students must provide a photocopy of a valid, current student ID that includes the student's name, date, and a photo. If the student does not have such an ID, he or she must instead provide a photocopy of a valid photo ID and one of the following items:
- Official, current non-photo student ID with name and date
- Official, current school transcript indicating name of school and student
- Official, current school tuition bill indicating name of school and student
- Official, current report card indicating name of school and student
- Other official dated proof of enrolment
Other official proof of enrolment: Students who are under 18 and do not have a valid photo ID may provide an official letter from their eligible school stating their name and current enrolment status.
How can I be sure that I am eligible?
On the Adobe website, the conditions of eligibility are listed. If you are not sure whether you are eligible, please ask your reseller or send an e-mail query to: edu-online@adobe.com
Do I need a code to activate the product for use?
Yes, you need a serial number before you can install the software. You must request this from Adobe by sending the form found inside the box along with your proof of eligibility by fax or
e-mail.
Can I exchange or return the product?
No, the product cannot be exchanged or returned. For this reason please verify before purchasing whether you are an eligible user.
May a Student Edition also be used for commercial purposes?
Student Edition software is for non-commercial purposes only.
How many versions of the Student Edition can I purchase?
Each eligible person may only purchase one Student Edition per product. If further copies are bought by the same person, no serial number will be issued for it.
How many computers may I use the Student Edition on?
The Student Edition may only be used on one computer. This is ensured through a product activation procedure, which is performed online.
May a Student Edition be resold?
No, the Student Edition may neither be sold by the licensee nor given to others for free.
May the Student Editions be made further use of after my graduation/training is complete?
Yes, after termination of your graduation Student Editions may continue to be used for non-commercial purposes only.
May the Student Edition also be used on a computer at school/university?
No, the Student Edition may only be used on the licensee’s own private computer.
