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APEX + ASAP bundled software for students
Introducing BRO's Educational License
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BRO is pleased to announce an affordable way for students to access our flagship optical software — APEX+ASAP. To qualify you must have a valid .edu email. The journey begins with our risk-free 60-day trial. At the completion of the trial, select the subscription offering that works for you or simply allow the evaluation to expire. It is that simple.
Licensing for Students
student subscriptions

Affordable. Flexible.
risk-free.
APEX+ASAP Student Subscriptions
Students with a valid .edu email can purchase our new APEX+ASAP Student License Bundle. Choose the subscription that suits your academic needs: 12-month, 6-month, or 3-month.
Student-Focused Pricing
SUBSCRIPTIONS
The student
3-month
3-month bundled subscription.
Cost: $22/month
The scholar
6-month
6-month bundled subscription.
Cost: $20/month
The academic
12-month
12-month bundled subscription.
Cost: $15/month
Each subscription includes the APEX+ASAP license bundle, access to BRO Support for installation assistance and special student pricing for any software training courses offered at BRO.
Ready to get started? Your journey begins with our risk-free 60-day trial. Towards the end of your evaluation, you will receive an email with links to select and pay for the subscription of your choice. Fill out the form below to begin.
APEX
APEX is an add-in to the SolidWorks 3D Modeling environment. As such, APEX leverages the full power and sophistication of SolidWorks to offer a seamless workflow for users. There is never a need to translate or bridge between the programs.
In APEX, users learn, create, design, and analyze optical and illumination systems within SolidWorks.
ASAP
ASAP is recognized throughout the optics industry for its accuracy, efficiency, flexibility, and incredible capability. Powered by the kernel — ASAP’s non-sequential ray tracing engine — it provides fast design, optimization and superior analysis of optical systems.
ASAP has the power and sophistication to validate designs before building experimental and costly prototypes.
Let the Journey Begin!
60-Day Trial Request

unlock the power of apex+asap

To get started, fill out and submit the request form.
To qualify for student licensing, please provide a valid .edu email. You can expect a response within 48-hours*. The trial includes tutorial videos, access to Support and more.
Currently, the EDU Student License Bundle is available in the United States and Europe.
*Be sure to check your spam folder if you do not receive a response.
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