Chief Architect Student License: Free or $95
Yes. The academic page says "Chief Architect is offering a free Student License" and also lists "One Year Student License: $95". "Licenses are valid through February 1, 2027."
At a Glance
- Who qualifies
- Students in degree programs
- How long it lasts
- Until 1 Feb 2027
- Renewal
- Reapply
- Verified by
- Direct from Chief Architect
How to Get the Discount
- Apply on Chief ArchitectWith proof of enrolment.
- Get your licenceEducational use.
- ReapplyWhen it expires.
The Terms
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Free Student License | Listed |
| One Year Student License | $95 |
| Valid through | 1 February 2027 |
| Who | Students in degree programs |
| Use | Educational only, watermarked |
Checked 14 October 2026.
Conflicting Terms
Chief Architect shows both a free licence and a $95 one-year licence on the same page, and its FAQ says student licences expire at the end of every term. Check the offer you get at sign-up.
What You Get
The Chief Architect Student License is based on Premier, a full working version, with Support & Software Assurance. Layouts carry a "Not for Commercial Use" watermark.
Before You Pay
Read the current terms before you pay. Student offers can change without notice. Is the deal part of a subscription? Check the price after the discounted period. Then set a reminder before it renews.
How Verification Works
Have your student email, ID or enrolment letter ready. The brand may ask for proof before the student price applies. Keep any confirmation email in case questions come up later. That helps when you renew or upgrade.
Bottom Line
This offer pays off if you were buying anyway. Compare the student price with regular sales. A seasonal promotion can sometimes beat the student rate.
Compare the Alternatives
Before you buy, look at the alternatives linked on this page. Another brand may have a bigger student discount. It may also have a lower starting price. Check the final price with tax included. Add shipping too if you are ordering a physical product. The headline discount is not the whole story.
More CAD: SketchUp and Vectorworks.
Students also ask
Is Chief Architect free for students?
A free licence is listed, but so is a $95 one.
Until when?
1 February 2027.
Can I use it commercially?
No.
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