Chaos develops 3D visualization technology for architecture, engineering, construction, product design, manufacturing, and media and entertainment. We build intuitive and powerful workflows for architects, artists, and designers in any industry. Our research and development is leading the way to a truly comprehensive end-to-end visualization ecosystem to meet our customers' evolving needs. Headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, Chaos is now the largest global 3D visualization company, with more than 700 employees and offices worldwide.
V-Ray Education provides students, educators, and institutions with access to Chaos's powerful 3D rendering and simulation software at significantly discounted prices, often through the V-Ray Education Collection, which includes multiple V-Ray and Phoenix FD products for various host applications. This academic licensing requires proof of academic status and is intended solely for educational purposes, not commercial use. The subscription includes free upgrades, technical support, access to the Chaos Cosmos asset library, and resources like Chaos Cloud credits.
What V-Ray Education Offers:
Access to the Full V-Ray Collection:
Students and educators gain access to V-Ray and Phoenix FD for a variety of host applications, such as SketchUp, Revit, 3ds Max, Maya, and Cinema 4D.
Significant Discounts:
Licenses are offered at a substantially lower cost compared to individual or standard product purchases.
Educational Resources:
The subscription includes access to the Chaos Cosmos 3D asset library, free Chaos Cloud credits, and technical support from Chaos.
Flexible Licensing:
Options range from annual subscriptions to multi-year academic licenses, and for institutions, volume discounts and lab licensing are available.
Free Upgrades:
Subscribers receive free upgrades to new versions of the software for the duration of their license.
Who Qualifies and How to Purchase:
Eligibility:
V-Ray Education is available to current students, educators, and educational institutions.
Proof of Status Required:
To purchase a license, you must provide current and verifiable proof of your academic status, such as a student ID or proof of employment.
Educational Use Only:
The licenses are strictly for academic purposes and cannot be used for any commercial projects.