Licensing for Educational Institutions
Cloud Licensing for Shared Use
Attention Students!
Looking for FREE individual educational licensing?
FREE Access to RISA Licensing for Educators
At RISA, we believe in the power of education to shape the future of engineering. That's why we’re excited to offer FREE licensing to qualified educational institutions, looking to enhance their curriculum with industry-leading structural analysis and design software.
Who is eligible:
- Educators or independent contractors who have a primary purpose of teaching or supervising enrolled students at a qualified educational institution.
- A qualified educational institution is one that has been accredited by a governmental agency for the purpose of instructing students. This includes accredited middle schools, high schools, and universities.
What is included:
- RISA cloud-based network licensing. Learn more here.
- 20 concurrent use licenses for RISA products.
- Optional FREE annual renewal (July 15th each year).
- Access to free resources on RISA Learning Center.
"The future of education is not just about teachers and students but also about the software that facilitates and enriches learning experiences."
— John Seely Brown
RISA-3D is structural engineering software for modeling, analyzing, and designing buildings and other structures. It offers a user-friendly interface with advanced modeling tools. The software supports detailed analysis and complies with global design codes.
RISAFloor is software for designing and analyzing multi-story buildings floor by floor. It automates load generation and integrates with other RISA tools. An add-on, RISAFloor ES, adds advanced concrete slab design features.
RISAFoundation is software for designing and analyzing foundations like slabs and footings. It offers automated soil interaction and integrates with other RISA tools. The software also supports code-compliant rebar design and detailed reports.
RISAConnection is software for designing and analyzing steel connections. It includes 2D/3D visuals, code checks, and integrates with other RISA tools. Features include seismic design support and detailed reporting.
ADAPT-Builder is 3D software for designing reinforced and post-tensioned concrete structures. It handles complex geometry, automates load generation, and integrates with BIM tools. Key features include tendon optimization and long-term deflection analysis.
How to Apply:
- Confirm eligibility for your Qualified Educational Institution.
- Complete the form below (using your school email) providing information about yourself and your educational institution.
- Once verified by RISA, complete your account setup to access licensing, invite users and download products.
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Who is eligible for educational licensing?
Educational licensing is available to Education Users and/or Qualified Educational Institutions as defined in the RISA Educational Licensing - Program Description and Additional Terms including:
- Employee of Educational Institution
- Enrolled Student at Educational Institution
- Participating student, faculty or sponsor for approved design competition
All licensing may be used only for purposes directly related to learning, training, and research. They may not be used for commercial, professional, or any other for-profit purposes.
How does the licensing work?
The cloud licensing available to educational institutions functions similar to a traditional server or local network license. These accounts have a set number of available "seats" and can have as many users assigned to the account as desired and a user occupies a seat of software when the product is in use. The software can be downloaded and installed on as many computers as is required and licenses are no specifically assigned to any user.
How do I manage (add or remove) users on my account?
Users are managed directly through the RISA Customer Portal. Students should be added to the account using the role "engineer" giving them access to download and use the software. Admin users have the ability to add/remove users from the account. For more information about using the Customer Portal for Educational Licensing, check out this video.
Can you get RISA free as a student?
Access to RISA software products is also available for students for individual use. This licensing is free of charge and is available to all eligible students. To see if you qualify, please review the RISA Educational Licensing - Program Description and Additional Terms. To learn more and apply for student licensing, visit link.
Where can I get training?
Training resources are available in the RISA Learning Center. Resources include free step-by-step tutorials as well as paid virtual courses. Additional videos and technical articles are available to help answer your specific questions.
Already a Practicing Engineer?
If you are a practicing engineers, you can request and download a full featured, 10-day trial license of any RISA product by clicking the link below:
