Academic & Administrative Software Catalog

Version 25.01 or newer

7-Zip is a free and open-source tool for compressing and extracting files.

Version 2025 or newer

Adobe After Effects can be used to create and edit professional-quality motion graphics and visual effects for video projects.

Design interactive animations for games, TV shows, and the web. Bring cartoons and banner ads to life. Create animated doodles and avatars. And add action to eLearning content and infographics. With Animate, you can quickly publish to multiple platforms in just about any format and reach viewers on any screen.

Version 2025

Audition is a comprehensive toolset that includes multitrack, waveform, and spectral display for creating, mixing, editing, and restoring audio content. This powerful audio workstation is designed to accelerate video production workflows and audio finishing — and deliver a polished mix with pristine sound.

Adobe Bridge and be used to efficiently organize, browse, and manage digital assets for their creative projects.

Version 2025

Use your expressions and movements to bring your characters to life with Character Animator.

Version 2026 or newer

Provides access to Adobe software for graphic design, video editing, web development, photography, and more.

Create engaging content in 3D faster with models, materials, and lighting. Dimension makes it easy to build brand visualizations, illustrations, product mockups, and other creative work.

Version 2021

Adobe Dreamweaver can be used to design, develop, and maintain professional-quality websites and web content for academic and creative projects.

Version 27.3.1

Adobe Encoder can be used to transcode, render, and export video and audio files in a variety of formats for use in professional projects.

Version 2026

Adobe Illustrator can be used to create and edit vector graphics, logos, illustrations, and other scalable artwork for both print and digital media projects.

InCopy lets copywriters and editors style text, track changes, and make simple layout modifications to a document while designers work on the same document simultaneously in Adobe InDesign — all without overwriting each other’s contributions.

Version 2026

Adobe InDesign can be used to design, layout, and publish professional-quality documents such as magazines, books, brochures, and digital publications for both print and online media.

Version 15 or newer

Adobe Lightroom Classic is used to organize, edit, and enhance large collections of digital photos with advanced tools tailored for professional photographers.

Version 2025

Convert and export video and audio files, optimize them for different platforms, and more with Media Encoder.

Version 2026

Adobe Photoshop can be used to edit, retouch, and manipulate digital images and graphics for both print and digital media projects.

Version 2025

Adobe Premiere Pro is OSCAR award wining software used to edit, assemble, and produce professional-quality video content for film, television, and online platforms.

Version 16 or newer

Adobe Substance 3D Painter is used to design, visualize, and prepare 3D models for printing, enabling creators to transform digital concepts into physical objects.

Version 2025.12-2 or newer

Anaconda is a distribution of Python and R for data science and machine learning. It simplifies package management and deployment by bundling:

Accessibility Features Keyboard navigation support across major workflows. Screen reader compatibility for core interfaces. High-contrast themes and scalable text options. Tutorials and documentation designed for clarity and readability.

Version 10.8.2 or newer

ArcGIS desktop is a tool for creating data visualizations and mapping analytics.

Accessibility in ArcGIS Desktop: https://desktop.arcgis.com/en/arcmap/latest/get-started/main/accessibility-in-arcgis-desktop.htm

Version 3.2 or newer

ArcGIS Pro is a geographic information system (GIS) used for creating data visualizations and mapping analytics. This software will perform best in the High Performance virtual lab.

Accessibility in ArcGIS Pro: https://pro.arcgis.com/en/pro-app/latest/get-started/overview-of-accessibility.htm

Version 25

ATLAS.ti bridges human expertise with AI efficiency to provide fast and accurate insights. Chat directly with your documents and have them automatically coded based on your intentions, providing customized results.

Accessibility in Atlas TI: https://atlasti.com/legal/atlas-ti-accessibility-and-vpat

Version 25.5

ChemDraw is used to create chemical structures and diagrams for publication.

No accessibility information is available for ChemDraw

Version 25-12

Integrated development environment primarily used for programming Java applications, supports other languages through plug-ins.

Version 3.69.5

FileZilla is a free and open-source FTP client used to transfer files between a local computer and a remote host, supporting encrypted file transfer protocols like FTPS and SFTP

Version 6.6

Software to model hydraulics of water flow in rivers and channels.

Version 31

AMOS (Analysis of Moment Structures) is a comprehensive statistical package for Structural Equation Modeling, path analysis, and confirmatory factor analysis.

Version 18.6

IBM SPSS Modeler is a leading visual data science and machine learning (ML) solution designed to help enterprises accelerate time to value by speeding up operational tasks for data scientists. Organizations worldwide use it for data preparation and discovery, predictive analytics, model management and deployment, and ML to monetize data assets.

Version 31.1

IBM SPSS Statistics is used for advanced statistical analysis and data management.

Version 8u391 or newer

Software development environment for developing Java applications.

Version 8u391 or newer

Software package that provides the necessary libraries and components to run Java applications.

Version 2026 or newer

JAWS (Job Access With Speech) is a screen reading program that provides speech and Braille output and enables non-visual computer use through keyboard commands.

Version 2025.3

An integrated development environment for C and C++ programming that provides code analysis, refactoring, and debugging tools.

Version 2025.3 or newer

Integrated development environment for Java and Kotlin with productivity features.

Version 2025.3 or newer

PHP development environment with debugging and testing tools.

Version 2025.3 or newer

Integrated Development Environment for Python, web development, data science, and AI/ML projects.

Version 2025.3

Integrated Development Environment for JavaScript, TypeScript, and related technologies.

Version 19.0.1

JMP Pro is used for advanced statistical analysis, data visualization, and predictive modeling to support research and decision-making in various fields.

Version 19.0.1

Software for statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and data visualization.

Version 5.2.3

Kaltura Capture is a desktop recording tool that allows users to record their screen, camera, and audio.

Version 5.4.3

KNIME Analytics Platform is a free and open source low-code/no-code software that allows anyone, irrespective of experience levels, to make sense of data.

Version 22.07 or newer

Available for all students and faculty, provides reading, writing, and learning support for individuals with reading disabilities.

Version 8 or newer

Data recording and analysis software for life sciences.

Version 8 or newer

Free version of LabChart that allows users to share, view, and conduct limited analysis of LabChart data.

Version 1.56

Browser extension that provides access to scholarly articles through library journal subscriptions.

Version 3.15

Data collection and analysis software for use in science labs.

A programming and numerical computing platform used by engineers and scientists to analyze date, develop algorithms, and create models

MATLAB® provides several features to help make it accessible to users. You can use keyboard shortcuts to navigate MATLAB using just a keyboard. You can use a screen reader and a keyboard to interact with the different tools in MATLAB. To make the desktop more visible, you can zoom in, change its colors, or increase the clarity of plots. You can also use data sonification to explore and interpret data by sound. Vendor Accessibility Web Page: https://www.mathworks.com/help/matlab/matlab_env/accessibility-in-matlab.html

Chromium based web browser available on Mac and Windows. A supported browser for accessing D2L Brightspace.

Microsoft Excel is used by students and faculty to organize, analyze, and visualize data using spreadsheets, formulas, and charts for coursework, research, and administrative tasks.

Version 2024

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote. Suite of software applications to create documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and emails.

Microsoft OneNote is a digital note-taking application that allows students and faculty to capture, organize, and share notes, ideas, and multimedia content for academic and collaborative purposes.

Microsoft PowerPoint is a presentation software that enables students and faculty to create, edit, and share visually engaging slideshows for lectures, projects, and events.

Version 2024

Microsoft Project is a project management tool used to plan, execute, and track projects. It includes features like task scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking. Only available on Windows.

Version 2022 or newer

Microsoft SQL Server Express is a relational database management system designed for small scale applications.

No accessibility information is available for Microsoft SQL Server Express.

Collaboration app from Microsoft with instant messaging, audio and video calling, online meetings, and file sharing. Integrates with other Microsoft 365 apps.

Version 2024

Diagramming software used to create flowcharts, organization charts, floor plans, network diagrams, and more.

Microsoft Word is a word processing application that enables students and faculty to create, edit, and format documents for academic, professional, and personal use.

Version 24.1

Free and open-source system for creating documents in TeX/LaTeX markup language.

Version 5.5.0

Mingw-w64 is a collection of header files, import libraries, libraries and tools that, when combined with a compiler toolchain, such as GCC or LLVM, provides a complete development environment for building native Windows applications and libraries. Mingw-w64 is an advancement of the original mingw.org project, which was created to support the GCC compiler on Windows systems. It was forked in 2007 in order to provide 64-bit support and newer APIs. It has since then gained wide use and distribution.

Version 21.4.2 or newer

Statistical software package for data analysis, visualization, and process improvement.

State of Minnesota crash records tool for crash data and analytical tools

Tool used by law enforcement to create detailed accident diagrams for reports.

Free and open-source web browser developed by the Mozilla Foundation.

Version 8.0.40

Open-source relational database management system for storing, managing, and retrieving data.

Version 1.3.7

Tool to connect Excel with MySQL databases to import, export, and edit MySQL data in Excel.

Version 9.1.0

Relational database management system

Version 9.1.0

Client and code editor for MySQL with SQL functionality, scripting capabilities for JavaScript and Python, and APIs for relational and document data.

Version 8.0.40

Unified visual tool for data modeling, SQL development, and administration tools for server configuration and user administration.

Version 25

Integrated Development Environment for developing applications in Java, PHP, C++, HTML5, and JavaScript.

Version 8.8.9

Source code editor for Windows with support for multiple programming languages.

Version 0.13.2

Application for the easiest way to get up and running with large language models such as gpt-oss, Gemma 3, DeepSeek-R1, Qwen3 and more.

Version 0.079 or newer

Open-source SSH and telnet client for Windows.

Version 3.14 or newer

Programming language that can be used to develop applications, perform data analysis, automate tasks, and create web services.

Qualtrics is a powerful enterprise-level experience management platform for survey creation, data collection, and analytics. It enables departments to easily design and distribute surveys, centralize feedback from students, staff, or customers, and leverage advanced analysis tools to turn responses into actionable insights. This all-in-one solution helps drive informed decisions and improvements by quickly measuring. To get access submit a Service Request here: https://services.metrostate.edu/TDClient/1839/Portal/Requests/ServiceDet?ID=50235, if this is for classroom instruction a student list must also be attached

Qualtrics prioritizes accessibility, ensuring its platform and surveys can be used by people with disabilities. It is aligned with major standards like WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) and U.S. Section 508, meaning Qualtrics meets key requirements for web accessibility compliance. The software is compatible with assistive technologies – for example, users can navigate Qualtrics surveys via screen readers and keyboard-only input without loss of functionality. Qualtrics also provides built-in accessibility features to support inclusive design: an automated accessibility checker (ExpertReview) identifies non-compliant questions and suggests fixes, and the platform supports adding alternative text for images and other best practices to improve usability for those with visual or other impairments. In short, Qualtrics enables the creation of surveys that are accessible to diverse users while maintaining compliance with accessibility standards, fostering an inclusive experience for all

Version 4.5.2 or newer

Free software environment for statistical computing and graphics.

Version 4.4.3 or newer

R for Windows is the official distribution of the R programming language tailored for Microsoft Windows, providing a free environment for statistical computing, data analysis, and visualization.

Version 2025.09.2 or newer

Integrated Development Environment for writing, debugging, and managing R code.

Version 2.1.0.05 or newer

Custom browser for testing environments that locks down the system to prevent cheating during online exams.

Tools for reporting, analysis and planning that support strategic decision-making and data evaluation.

SAP Business Objects Design Studio is a data visualization and dashboard development tool that enables users to create interactive analytics applications for business intelligence purposes.

SAP Crystal Reports is a reporting tool that allows users to design, generate, and share detailed reports using data from various sources for decision-making and analysis.

SAP GUI is a client interface that enables users to access and interact with SAP systems for performing various business and administrative tasks.

SAP Predictive Analytics is a tool used to analyze data and generate predictive models that help organizations forecast future trends and make data-driven decisions.

SAP JMP Student Edition is a statistical analysis software that allows students to perform data exploration, visualization, and modeling for academic research and coursework.

Version 2025-2026

Simulations and real-world data for ecology, evolution, and biochemistry courses.

Version 5.2.4

Rainfall and runoff simulation model used to plan, analyze, and design storm and sewer systems.

Version 4.1.7 or newer

Open-source integrated development environment for Python.

Version 1.119.0 or newer

Standalone source code editor for Windows, Mac, or Linux.

Version 3.0.20 or newer

Integrated development environment for .NET and C++

Java, Python, and SpringBoot extensions are installed for use in Visual Studio.

Multimedia player that supports multiple audio and video formats.

Software bundle of Apache, PHP, and MySQL for Windows that enables local testing of web applications.

Version 11.0.0.6

Integrated development environment for Python programming.

Version 14.3 or newer

Technical computing software used in mathematics, physics, engineering, and data science.

Version 7 or newer

Video conferencing platform for hosting and joining online meetings, webinars, and virtual events.

Version 9.0 or newer

Open source research tool for collecting, organizing, annotating, citing, and sharing research.

Version 3.7

Audacity is for anyone who wants to get creative with sound. It’s also the perfect tool for anyone who needs to quickly edit or export audio, for any reason.

Version 2.0.4571

AutoDesk Fusion 360 is a tool for product development that includes 3D design, engineering, and manufacturing capabilities.

Version 5.1.1

Blender provides 2D and 3D modeling, animation, compositing, and post-production.

Version 1.14

Brackets is an open-source text editor for web design and front-end development.

Version 17.1

Epic Games can be used to develop interactive simulations and immersive learning experiences using advanced game development tools and platforms.

Version 3.4

EyeJack Creator helps you bring art to life with animation and sound in 3 easy steps.

Version .0.01

Plug-in software for Adobe Illustrator to be used with Graphtec cutting plotters.

Version 2.10.4

Text editor designed for writing screenplays, short stories, and other documents.

Version 2.4.1

Content creation software for designing augmented reality experiences.

Version 9.0

Software for developing and creating interactive learning modules.

Version 181

Version 5.0

Design software for use with Silhouette cutting machines.

Version 2.1

Spatial Media Injector is a software utility used to embed spatial audio metadata into media files, enabling immersive audio experiences for playback on compatible platforms.

Version 1.3

Steam is a digital distribution platform that can be used in higher education to provide students and educators with access to a wide range of educational games, simulation tools, and collaborative learning environments.

Web based modeling program for 3D printing and laser cutting designs.

Version 2023

Version 2.12

Open-source tool for creating interactive, nonlinear stories without code.

Version 5.x

Ultimaker Cura is software for 3D printing