Understand the available ways students can access Adobe Creative Cloud and determine which option applies based on the computer being used and who pays for the subscription.
What This Is About
Students can access Adobe Creative Cloud in three ways. The correct option depends first on whether you use a University-owned computer and, if not, who pays for your individual subscription.
| If you use... |
Access method |
Who takes action? |
| A University-owned computer |
Adobe Shared Device License |
IT identifies and configures the computer. |
| An individually assigned license funded by your unit |
Unit-funded Adobe student subscription |
Your unit purchases the student offer through the WebStore Unit Purchase option. |
| An individually assigned license that you fund |
Student-funded Adobe student subscription |
You purchase the offer through the WebStore Personal Purchase option. |
Applies To
- University of Illinois students who need access to Adobe Creative Cloud
- University-owned computers used by students
- Students receiving an individually assigned Adobe Creative Cloud subscription
- University units purchasing Adobe Creative Cloud access for students
Before You Start
Determine the following:
- Will you use Adobe Creative Cloud on a University-owned computer?
- If you need an individual subscription, will your University unit pay for it, or will you pay for it yourself?
- If you use a University-owned computer, have the computer name or asset information available for IT.
Details
University-Owned Computer
If you use Adobe Creative Cloud on a University-owned computer, IT involvement is required.
- Contact IT Partners at Education by email at support@education.illinois.edu.
- Provide the name or asset information for the university-owned computer you use.
- IT configures the computer with an Adobe Shared Device License and makes the appropriate Adobe applications available.
Important: IT must know which computer you use because the Shared Device License is assigned to the device.
Unit-Funded Individual Subscription
If you need an individual Adobe Creative Cloud subscription and your University unit pays for it, your unit uses the WebStore Unit Purchase option.
- Open the unit-funded Adobe Creative Cloud student offer.
- Complete the purchase using an eligible University Banner account.
- Follow the WebStore order instructions to ensure access is assigned to the intended student.
Student-Funded Individual Subscription
If you pay for your own individual Adobe Creative Cloud subscription, use the WebStore Personal Purchase option.
- Open the student-funded Adobe Creative Cloud offer.
- Sign in to the WebStore with your University credentials.
- Complete the purchase using a credit card.
- Follow the instructions in your WebStore receipt to access and install Adobe Creative Cloud.
Things to Know
- University-owned computer: IT licenses and configures the specific device.
- Unit-funded subscription: The license is assigned to you, and your University unit pays for it.
- Student-funded subscription: The license is assigned to you, and you pay for it.
- WebStore subscriptions may take up to two hours to activate after checkout.
- You use University single sign-on to access your Adobe applications.
- Adobe access ends when your University affiliation ends.
- Pricing, eligibility, included services, and expiration dates are listed in the WebStore and may change.
Student Employees
Student employees, including students with graduate appointments, may have additional Adobe licensing options. Depending on the situation, a student employee may use Creative Cloud on a University-owned device or receive a department-sponsored Adobe Student Employee license for use on a personal computer.
If you need Adobe Creative Cloud for your University employment, contact your supervisor or your unit's IT support team to determine which licensing option applies.
Need More Help?
If you are unsure which Adobe Creative Cloud option applies to you, contact your unit's IT support team before purchasing a license.
If you plan to use a University-owned computer, include the computer name or asset information when requesting assistance.
Additional Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use an individual Adobe Creative Cloud subscription on a University-owned computer?
A: Contact your IT support team before purchasing an individual subscription. University-owned computers use an Adobe Shared Device License that IT assigns to the specific device.
Q: What information does IT need for a University-owned computer?
A: Provide the computer name or asset information so IT can identify and configure the correct device.
Q: What if my University unit pays for my Adobe subscription?
A: Your unit purchases the student offer through the WebStore Unit Purchase option using an eligible University Banner account.
Q: What if I pay for Adobe Creative Cloud myself?
A: Purchase the student offer through the WebStore Personal Purchase option using a credit card.
Q: How long does it take for a WebStore subscription to become active?
A: Activation may take up to two hours after checkout.
Q: How do I sign in to Adobe Creative Cloud?
A: Use your University single sign-on credentials.
Q: How long does my Adobe access last?
A: Adobe access ends when your University affiliation ends. Check the WebStore offer for current expiration dates and eligibility information.
Q: I am a student employee. Which Adobe license should I use?
A: Student employees may have additional licensing options. Contact your supervisor or your unit's IT support team to determine which option applies to your University work.
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