Academic editions of popular software programs are often available at student bookstores and online. For instance, Microsoft sells academic editions of its software on its website, while third-party resellers such as JourneyEd and OnTheHub sell a variety of academic software.
Once you have located the software you wish to buy, you will need to prove eligibility. The reseller will require you to submit proof of your enrollment in an educational institution.
Academic software may come with special license restrictions. For instance, Adobe does not permit customers to transfer or resell their Adobe Student and Teacher Edition licenses. This helps prevent the academic software from being sold to people who do not meet Adobe's requirements for the academic discount.