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Unreal Engine - Free for Students

Students get completely free access to Unreal Engine, the industry-leading game development platform, including Twinmotion and RealityCapture tools.

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$1,850/year FREE
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Duration
12 Months
Verification
Student Beans or School-Issued Code
Value
$1,850/year
Access
THIRD-PARTY VERIFICATION
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How to Get It

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Verify your student status at Student Beans using your school credentials
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Alternatively, ask your school administrator or teacher to sign up for the Unreal Engine for Education program and request a license code
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Another option is to access through the GitHub Student Developer Pack if you're already verified there
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Create or sign into your Epic Games account at unrealengine.com
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Redeem your access code or complete verification to unlock free access
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Download Unreal Engine through the Epic Games Launcher
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What's Included

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Full Unreal Engine Access
Complete access to the industry-standard game engine with all features, updates, and bug fixes—the same version professionals use.
C++ Source Code Access
Dive deep into the engine's source code to learn how professional game engines work and customize functionality for your projects.
Blueprint Visual Scripting
Create game logic without writing code using the intuitive visual scripting system—perfect for designers and beginners.
Twinmotion Included
Real-time visualization software for creating immersive 3D environments, ideal for architecture and design students.
RealityCapture Included
Professional photogrammetry software to create 3D models from photos—great for scanning real-world objects and environments.
No Revenue Royalties for Students
Create and release projects without worrying about royalty fees during your student period.
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Common Questions

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Is Unreal Engine really completely free for students?
Yes! Students get full access to Unreal Engine, Twinmotion, and RealityCapture at no cost. The commercial subscription normally costs $1,850/year, but students pay nothing.
What happens to my projects after I graduate?
You retain your current engine version and any projects you've created. However, you won't receive updates unless you resubscribe through another education code or a paid plan. Your existing work remains yours.
Do I have to pay royalties on games I make as a student?
Standard royalty terms apply: 5% royalty only kicks in after your game earns more than $1 million in lifetime gross revenue. Non-game projects like simulations, visualizations, and films have no royalties at all.
How do I renew my student access?
Your education license is valid for 1 year. Your school can issue a new code annually as long as you're still enrolled. Simply redeem the new code to continue your free access.
Can I use my student license for commercial projects?
Yes, there are no limitations on commercial use beyond the standard royalty structure. You can publish and sell games or other projects created with your student license.
What's the difference between student access and the free version for everyone?
Unreal Engine is actually free for all individuals and companies under $1M annual revenue. The student program provides institutional support and ensures you have verified access through your school, plus includes Twinmotion and RealityCapture.
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Eligibility

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Who can get this discount?
Students enrolled at higher education institutions or schools, educators, and school administrators. Also available through GitHub Student Developer Pack for verified students.
How long does it last?
Education license codes are valid for 1 year from issuance and renewable annually by your school while enrolled. After graduation or expiration, you retain your current engine version but won't receive updates unless you resubscribe.
Available worldwide?
Available worldwide to students at qualifying educational institutions.