<p>SOLIDWORKS for Students gives access to the industry-standard 3D CAD platform used widely in engineering and design education. SOLIDWORKS Design Standard for Students is now free for any student enrolled at a secondary or post-secondary institution; students whose school holds a SOLIDWORKS institution licence may qualify for fuller Student Access at no cost.</p><ul><li>Free SOLIDWORKS Design Standard for Students: 3D CAD, local storage, learning content and the Student Community (Windows PC only).</li><li>Paid upgrades: Design Premium for Students (adds simulation, photorealistic rendering and CAM) and browser-based xDesign for Students, each USD 60 per year.</li><li>Students aged 13 to 17 need a parent or guardian involved to use the free licence.</li><li>Self-paced; no fixed deadlines.</li><li>Free Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) and Professional (CSWP) certifications are bundled with the Design Premium package.</li></ul><p>Request the free licence on the SOLIDWORKS for Students page with your school name and education level; if your school or polytechnic holds a SOLIDWORKS licence, ask it about Student Access.</p>