Autodesk provides a wide range of design tools, including AutoCAD, that are used in manufacturing, industrial design, architecture, construction, and civil engineering.
IMPORTANT: This software is not licensed, reviewed, or vetted by the University of Minnesota but is commonly used in academic, research, or professional settings, so we've made it easier for you to find and access it by publishing this page. However, it's important to understand your responsibilities when using unlicensed software.
Accessing Autodesk Licensing
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Faculty, students, and staff can create an Autodesk account.
Note: College of Design (CDES) faculty and staff, University Services staff, and College of Science and Engineering (CSE) faculty, staff, and students: follow directions in Faculty, Students, and Staff in Specific Units (on this page).
License Details & Cost
The Autodesk license may be used for free for teaching, learning, and research. It may also be used for administrative purposes at a cost.
Resources
- Using your Autodesk account
- Student eligibility and verification process
- Educators eligibility and verification process
Faculty, Students, and Staff in Specific Units
Participating Collegiate Units
The following collegiate units have Autodesk licenses that cover all devices owned by their college:
- College of Design faculty and staff
- CDES students follow Accessing Autodesk Licensing (above)
- University Services
- College of Science and Engineering
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To access a license through your unit, contact:
- College of Design
- Faculty and staff email: [email protected]
- CDES students follow Accessing Autodesk Licensing (above)
- University Services
- Email: [email protected]
- College of Science and Engineering
- Email: [email protected]