Matlab Simulink Download Student Version — Free

Yes. But let’s clarify the difference between "free" and "free trial."

If your school pays for a site license, you get MATLAB, Simulink, and over 50 toolboxes for free for the duration of your degree. No credit card required.

Don’t know if your school has a license? Skip to the "Check Your Eligibility" section below. matlab simulink download student version free

Once installed, launch MATLAB. Look at the bottom-left corner of the IDE. You should see the license type displayed: ✅ "MATLAB (Academic Use)" or "Student License"

If you see "Professional License" or "Trial Expired," you did something wrong. If your school pays for a site license,

To test Simulink:

If it simulates without error, you are good to go. Once installed, launch MATLAB

If you just graduated, you can buy a "Home License" for ~$149, or use "MATLAB Online" for free with limited hours.