The SPSS Program is the gold standard for quantitative analysis and is used by academic institutions pursuing advanced research. The first step to prepare for using SPSS is to download the installation file to your computer. Please select your computer type below for instructions.
You can download SPSS on multiple computers. If you do download it on multiple computers, keep in mind that the licensing code for the program changes every year. We are currently on version 28, and the license code listed in the DC Network can only be used to activate version 28. If you’re using an older version of SPSS, you will need to uninstall it and download the new version. If you have the program downloaded on multiple devices, you will need to update the license on each computer separately.
Please select your computer type below for instructions.
Click the following link to download the SPSS installation file for Windows:
The download typically takes 3-5 minutes to complete.
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Once the download is complete, you can click on the downloaded file in your browser or you can double-click the install file in your Downloads folder to start the installation process. Additionally, there may be another pop up asking if you want to allow this app to make changes? If you see that prompt, click Yes in order to continue the installation process.
NOTE At this point, SPSS will need to extract the files. In most instances, the extraction screen may disappear and reappear more than once while decompressing. You may need to allow some time for it to continue. -
After the extraction is complete, the InstallShield Wizard will launch. Select Next to continue.
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You will be asked to read the terms of the Software License Agreement. Choose I accept the terms of the license agreement and click Next.
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Choose a destination folder to use for the installation’s location. We recommend using the default folder for this installation. To continue, click Next.
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The InstallShield Wizard will verify the destination folder has sufficient space for the installation. Once the check is complete, you’re ready to begin the installation. Click Install.
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The installation of SPSS may take several minutes to complete.
NOTE The installation time may vary depending on device or speed of network connection. We recommend that your device is plugged in and does not hibernate or shut down during the process. If the process is interrupted during the installation, you may be required to start over. -
When the installation is complete, make sure the box for Start IBM SPSS Statistics Now is checked and click Finish.
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The next screen will prompt you to activate the software. Select Launch License Wizard.
- On the License Status page, select Next to continue.
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In the Product Authorization window select the option Authorized user license (I purchased a single copy of the product) and click Next.
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The next screen will prompt you to enter a license code. If you do not know the code, click here to log into the DC Network and view them. Alternatively, you can locate the code by logging into the DC Network and selecting Quantitative Software (SPSS) from the Software menu on the left. If you have trouble logging into the DC Network, refer to DC Network Login Information. Once you’ve entered the code, click Add so that it appears in the box below. Then select Next.
NOTE If you are a full-time faculty or staff member who has not been given access to the DC Network but needs to license SPSS software, contact Technical Support. We can provide you with the license code after verifying your information. -
After entering the code, the Internet Authorization Status window will attempt to validate the code over the internet. If successful, it will display the message: Successfully processed all codes. Once it is finished, click Next.
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The Licensing Completed window is the last step to complete the SPSS installation. Simply click Finish and you're all set.
You’re now ready to begin using IBM SPSS Statistics!
Click the following link to download the SPSS installation file for Mac:
The download typically takes 3-5 minutes to complete.
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Once the download is complete, locate and open the file that you downloaded to begin the installation process.
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The SPSS Statistics install window will open, press Continue.
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You may receive a warning: This is an application downloaded from the Internet. Are you sure you want to open it? If so, click Open.
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Next, you will be able to read the Software License Agreement, select your language and click Continue to proceed.
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A screen will appear asking you to agree to the Software License Agreement. Click Agree to continue.
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On the Choose Install Folder window, choose a destination folder to use for the installation’s location. We recommend using the default folder for this installation. To continue, click Continue.
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On the Pre-Installation Summary window, you can review the options you selected. When you’re ready to begin the installation, click Install.
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Next, you may be prompted to enter your Mac administrator username and password. After entering the username and password, click Install Software to continue.
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The installation of SPSS may take several minutes to complete. When the installation is complete, click Close.
NOTE The installation time may vary depending on device or speed of network connection. We recommend that your device is plugged in and does not sleep or shut down during the process. If the process is interrupted during the installation, you may be required to start over.
- Navigate to the IBM application folder and then select Launch License Wizard.
- SPSS will look for any active licenses. Click Next to add a license to SPSS.
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In the Product Authorization window select the option Authorized user license (I purchased a single copy of the product) and click Next.
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The next screen will prompt you to enter a license code. If you do not know the code, click here to log into the DC Network and view them. Alternatively, you can locate the code by logging into the DC Network and selecting Quantitative Software (SPSS) from the Software menu on the left. If you have trouble logging into the DC Network, refer to DC Network Login Information.
After entering the code, the Internet Authorization Status window will attempt to validate the code over the internet. If successful, it will display the message: Successfully processed all codes. Once it is finished, click Next.
NOTE If you are a full-time faculty or staff member who has not been given access to the DC Network but needs to license SPSS software, contact Technical Support. We can provide you with the license code after verifying your information. -
The Licensing Completed window is the last step to complete the SPSS installation. Simply click Finish and you're all set.
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The Licensing window will close, and the installation window will be active. Make sure the box for Start IBM SPSS Statistics Now is checked and click Done. You may be asked to move the installer to the Trash once the installation is completed. If so, you can click either Keep or Move to Trash, depending on your preference.
You’re now ready to begin using IBM SPSS Statistics! To open SPSS, you can search for SPSS Statistics in Spotlight or locate SPSS Statistics in the IBM folder from your Applications.
For help using SPSS, be sure to take a look at our SPSS Tutorials.