Using ArcGIS at Cleveland State University

Cleveland State University provides access to Esri's ArcGIS software, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, to support teaching, learning, research, and community engagement. ArcGIS is a geographic information system (GIS) platform used to create maps, analyze spatial data, and solve real-world problems across many disciplines.

Faculty, staff, and students use ArcGIS to explore topics such as urban planning, public administration, environmental analysis, transportation, public health, emergency management, and other fields where location-based data informs decision making.

ArcGIS resources at CSU are supported through the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education.

Available Software

CSU offers access to several Esri products, including:

• ArcGIS Pro for desktop GIS mapping and spatial analysis
• ArcGIS Online for web-based mapping, collaboration, and data sharing

Current students, faculty, and staff can access ArcGIS Online using their CSU Single Sign-On (SSO) credentials. No software installation is required to use ArcGIS Online.

ArcGIS Online

Current Cleveland State University students, faculty, and staff can access ArcGIS Online using their CSU Single Sign-On credentials. ArcGIS Online is browser-based, so no software download or request form is required.

(Access ArcGIS Online)

Request ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Pro is a desktop application for Windows that supports advanced mapping, spatial analysis, and data management. Eligible CSU students, faculty, and staff may use the form below to request access for academic use.

(ArcGIS Pro Access Request form)

Getting Started

Resources to help you begin using ArcGIS include:

• ArcGIS Pro installation instructions
• ArcGIS Online sign in
• Esri Learn tutorials and training
• CSU GIS support resources

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GIS at Levin

Geographic information systems are integrated into coursework, research, and community projects throughout the Maxine Goodman Levin School of Urban Affairs.

Students interested in developing GIS skills may also explore the undergraduate and graduate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate.

Licensing and Appropriate Use

ArcGIS software at Cleveland State University is provided primarily to support teaching, learning, research, and other academic activities.

Faculty, staff, and students should use the software in accordance with the university's licensing agreement with Esri. Some administrative or operational uses may require different licensing or approval.

For more information about Esri's higher education licensing, visit Esri's Academic Licensing for Higher Education.

If you have questions about whether your intended use is covered, please contact the CSU ArcGIS administrator.

Licensing

ArcGIS software provided through Cleveland State University is licensed for educational purposes. Use of the software must comply with CSU licensing agreements and Esri's terms of use.

Additional licensing information may be provided during the software request process.

Need Help?

For questions about ArcGIS licensing, installation, or access, contact: Bob Martel (----@csuohio.edu).