In the past, IBM sold "Student Versions" of SPSS on CDs. These were distinct from the full software. If you encounter these, be aware of the historical limitations:

IBM does offer a standalone, perpetually free "Student Version" of SPSS. Instead, it provides two main avenues for student access:

✅ Check your university’s IT or library software catalog. Search for “SPSS” or “IBM SPSS – Student Access.”

IBM offers a of SPSS Statistics Premium. Students can download this directly from the IBM website. While completely free, it expires quickly and cannot be extended for a full semester.