Adobe Illustrator CS3 for education

The industry-standard vector graphics software

Adobe® Illustrator® CS3 software is an essential design tool for students and educators who need to express ideas visually — in print, on the web, and in any other medium. Illustrator CS3 — which includes the same industry-standard drawing and typographical tools used by top creative professionals — helps students create powerful, compelling vector graphics for websites, posters, presentations, brochures, school yearbooks, magazines, and much more. Learning on industry-standard tools gives students a valuable head start in their academic and professional design careers. Educators can also use Illustrator CS3 to enhance course materials and enliven in-class activities.

Getting started

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Illustrator CS3 is part of the Adobe Creative Suite® 3 family. Learn more about Creative Suite 3 products and education.

Resources

CS3 Design

Creative Suite 3 — new curriculum for print and design now with the ISTE Seal of Alignment

Visual Design is a yearlong, project-based curriculum that develops career and communication skills in print production and graphic design, using Adobe tools.

free online courses

Two free online introductory courses

Register to learn the basics of Illustrator CS — create graphics, apply color management, develop type special effects, and more.

Resource Center

Adobe Design Center

Your ultimate bookmark for instructional content. Expert tips and tutorials, free downloads, and useful resources — all organized into one convenient location.

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Design and Film School Connection

Adobe Design and Film School Connection

A place where students and faculty in design and film programs can find tutorials, cool downloads, an online forum, hot info on new trends, and school spotlights.