Archangel

I'm not upgrading. I wanted a cd of cs5 student edition. I could have purchased one for $200.00. If I would have I would not have met their criteria for being a proper owner. I would not have found out this info until after purchasing the software. Because I didn't pass photoshop's muster I would not have been able to use the cd. I could not get a refund because Photoshop does not refund a cd with a broken celophane cover.
Am I the only one out there with this problem?

DanielB Loc: San Diego, Ca

Agreed and thank you. If you want the student addition be a student.

Archangel

If you want to sell software to the public, then do it and quit horsing around.

photocat Loc: Atlanta, Ga

Ah, I see. the middle man wasn't clear. I had something similar happen to me, however, I knew about the qualification process and asked the seller . They told me no problem, however, since the school where I teach is an art center I didn't qualify. Luckly, the seller took it back as they gave me the wrong information.

ddeufemia

I registered for a PS class at Adult Ed for $5 and got it for under $200 with the student ID.

marcomarks Loc: Ft. Myers, FL

I don't believe there are any radical qualifications. You're a teacher and you must have an ID of some sort to photocopy and send to them. I believe Adobe will even allow the institutional discount to an elementary school child with proof they are a student.

I'd say Adobe uses this as a marketing strategy like Joe Cool the Camel was used for cigarettes. If they can get students touching and using PhotoShop (actually any of their software) first and before any other brand, and get teachers showing it to students and fellow teachers because they got it for a really nice price, they've created a whole slew of loyal followers - possibly for life. Smart word of mouth viral marketing at it's best!

Music transcription software companies do this too. If you are a student or teacher you can buy Sibilius or Finale full versions (typically $600+) for about $125 to $150. Once you are hooked they know you won't change over to a competitor because the program is too hard to learn for users to throw that knowledge away and start over.

Huddy Loc: Fitzgerald, GA

They told you to be a student before purchase.

Archangel

Proof of eligibility


Definition of Qualified Purchasers in the Student Store:

•University and college students - students enrolled at a higher education institution defined as an accredited public or private university or college (including community, junior, or vocational college) that grants degrees requiring not less than the equivalent of two years of full-time study.
•Primary and secondary school students - students enrolled at an accredited public or private primary or secondary school providing full-time instruction.

Definition of Qualified Purchasers in the Teacher Store:

•Faculty and staff - teachers and staff employed by an accredited primary or secondary school or public or higher education institution defined as an accredited public or private university or college (including community, junior, or vocational college) that grants degrees requiring not less than the equivalent of two years of full-time study.

You will need to provide a valid copy of academic identification in order to purchase from the Adobe Student, Teacher or Education Institution Stores. Identification can be sent online or by email. You will receive your products only after your identification is validated.

Get full details on eligibility for all Adobe education discounts for students, teachers, staff, and institutions.

For more information on education purchasing and academic validation procedures, read the Education Store FAQ.

Note: Tax-exempt purchases cannot be made through the Adobe Education Store. Tax Exempt can be made on the Adobe Educational Licensing Store.


It took awhile, but I found it. I would expect this info to be more widely known. I don't believe Adobe is doing us any favors.

DanielB Loc: San Diego, Ca

I looked the student addition before buying at full price and I could have easily purchased it using my daughters student I'd. I did my du diligence and read Adobe's criteria and it was pretty plain to me so I ponied up the cash and I'm happy I did. I think you may be barking up the wrong tree in this forum with a complaint like this. Just because you teach kids Chess does not make you teacher in the educational system.

Archangel

That's correct. I don't claim to be a teacher by Adobes standards.
I'm happy to say I didn't purchase a teacher version as Adobe would not have permitted me to use it. Also they would not have given me my $200. back because I broke the seal on the CD. I would have been out the money and not have a working CD through no fault of my own.

BOB Loc: Texas

Yep your the only one with the problem..

DanielB Loc: San Diego, Ca

:lol:

Archangel

LOL :lol: :lol: :lol:

Archangel

I doubt it. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Archangel

I found out something else that's really interesting. For every student edition they sell the government gives them $400.00. Of course that extra $400. is my money taken in taxes. My money is good enough for photoshop but my credentials are not.
I'd say it was all rather insulting.