Rhino3D V8 - Academic Licence

Rhino 3D V8 Academic is the full-featured version of the world's most versatile NURBS modeller, available at a significantly reduced price for eligible students, educators, and academic institutions. Functionally identical to the Commercial licence, it provides unrestricted access to every tool in Rhino V8 — including ShrinkWrap, PushPull modelling, Grasshopper, and the updated Cycles render engine.

A one-time purchase with no subscription fees. Proof of academic status is required at the time of purchase.

Key Features

• Full Rhino V8 Feature Set — No restrictions vs the Commercial licence. Every tool, every workflow.
• ShrinkWrap — Create watertight meshes around NURBS, SubD, and point clouds for 3D printing and reverse engineering.
• PushPull Modelling — Intuitive solid modelling by grabbing and dragging faces directly.
• Integrated Grasshopper — Industry-standard visual programming for generative design and automation.
• Enhanced Mac Performance — Native Apple Silicon and Intel Mac support via Apple Metal technology.
• Updated Render Engine — Faster Cycles-based raytraced display and improved UV mapping.

Use Cases

• Architecture Students — Developing complex parametric facades and BIM-ready documentation using Grasshopper.
• Industrial Design Students — Prototyping ergonomic consumer products with precision NURBS surfaces.
• Jewellery & Product Design Courses — Creating intricate models for 3D printing and casting workflows.
• Educators & Institutions — Teaching professional-grade 3D modelling with industry-standard software.

Eligibility

• Full-time students enrolled at an accredited educational institution
• Faculty and staff at accredited educational institutions
• Proof of academic status required at purchase
• Not transferable — Academic licences cannot be sold or transferred to a third party

Compatibility

• Windows — Windows 11 or 10
• Mac — macOS 14 (Sonoma), 13 (Ventura), or 12.4 (Monterey); Intel and Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3)
• Licence key works on both platforms (not simultaneously)

System Requirements

• Minimum — 64-bit Intel or AMD (Windows) / Apple Silicon or Intel (Mac); 8 GB RAM; OpenGL 4.1 video card
• Recommended — 16 GB RAM; NVIDIA or AMD GPU with 4 GB+ VRAM

FAQs

• Who is eligible? Full-time students and faculty at accredited educational institutions. Proof of status required.
• Is the Academic licence transferable? No. It is non-transferable.
• Can I upgrade to a Commercial licence later? Yes. You can purchase a Commercial licence at any time.
• Is it a perpetual licence? Yes. No expiry, no subscription fees.
• Can I upgrade to Rhino V9 when it releases? Yes, as an Academic licence holder you will be eligible for upgrade pricing on future versions.