Adobe Creative Cloud is a set of applications and services (Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign, etc) that gives subscribers access to a collection of software used for graphic design, video editing, web development, photography, accessible PDF file creation along with a set of mobile applications and also some optional cloud services.
For a full list of available applications please see the following Adobe Catalogs:
Access
The steps below cover the process of requesting a license and installing the software.
Step 1 - Determine the Type of License You Require
Review the Adobe Creative Cloud Licensing information for a detailed breakdown of the different licenses and what employee roles are eligible for each type of license. Currently, only the following employment roles are eligible for a Named User License:
- Academic Faculty
- Administrative Faculty
- Classified
- Letter of Appointment
- Postdoctoral Scholar
- Medical Resident
- Hourly – Temporary
If you are not a member of one of these employment roles but have a university-owned desktop computer that is utilized by multiple individuals, a single computer install of Adobe Creative Cloud with a Shared Device License may be available.
If you are not eligible via either of the methods listed above your department can purchase individual Adobe Products or a Creative Cloud license for you via the VIP (Value Incentive Plan). To purchase an Adobe Products via the VIP Program please fill out a Software Quote Request.
Step 2 - Request An Adobe Creative Cloud License
Click the Request Adobe CC button on this page and complete the requested information.
Step 3 - Installation of Adobe Creative Cloud
University Computers
PC - How to Install Software Using the Software Center
Mac - Installing Software Using JAMF Self Service
Off Campus and Home Use Computers(Named User Licensing Only)
Installing Adobe Creative Cloud Named User License - Off Campus and Home Use
Support
Request Support
Use the Software and Online Apps forms for Adobe Creative Cloud support and questions.
Custom User Guide
Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe Help Center
Cost
Available at no charge for eligible faculty and staff.