IBM SPSS Feature Comparison
Which IBM SPSS Statistics Student Version Is Right for You?
Three versions of the IBM SPSS Statistics Grad Pack for students are available with academic pricing: Base, Standard, and Premium. Each student version of IBM SPSS Statistics includes a unique set of features designed to support different learning needs at affordable prices. If you're wondering which IBM SPSS version to buy, it’s best to confirm the requirements of your course or instructor. Then, use the table below to compare features across the IBM SPSS Grad Pack student versions.
For educators and academic institutions, the IBM SPSS Statistics Faculty Pack provides full access to all SPSS features and also includes IBM SPSS Amos. Available with discounted education pricing.
IBM SPSS Student Grad Pack Feature Comparison
The table below outlines the features included in each of the IBM SPSS Statistics Grad Pack editions (Base, Standard, and Premium) as well as the IBM SPSS Faculty Pack for educators. Use this guide to choose the right version of IBM statistics software for your academic needs.
| Feature List | SPSS GradPack Base | SPSS GradPack Standard | SPSS GradPack Premium | SPSS Faculty Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Preparation | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Bootstrapping | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Advanced Statistics | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Regression | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Custom Tables | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Forecasting | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Decision Trees | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Direct Marketing | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Neural Networks | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Complex Samples | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Conjoint | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Exact Tests | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Missing Values | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Categories | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| SPSS Amos* (Windows, Desktop only) | Not included, but student discounts are available for IBM SPSS Amos. | ✔ | ||
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* IBM SPSS Amos Grad Pack is available separately to students at academic pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions about IBM SPSS Statistics Student Versions
Q: What is the IBM SPSS Statistics Grad Pack?
A: The IBM SPSS Grad Pack is a discounted student edition of SPSS Statistics software available in IBM SPSS Statistics Base Grad Pack, IBM SPSS Statistics Standard Grad Pack, and IBM SPSS Statistics Premium Grad Pack versions.
Q: Is IBM SPSS Amos included in the student version?
A: IBM SPSS Amos is included in the IBM SPSS Statistics Premium Faculty Pack. Students may purchase IBM SPSS Amos separately with a student discount.
Q: Which IBM SPSS version should I choose?
A: It depends on your course requirements. Check with your instructor and compare the feature list in the table above.