What is IBM SPSS?

SPSS Statistics is a software package used for interactive, or batched, statistical analysis. Long produced by SPSS Inc., it was acquired by IBM in 2009.

Quick Information

VENDOR: IBM
PRODUCT:  SPSS
VERSION: 30
LICENSE TYPE: Concurrent users
REQUIRES VPN: Yes
PLATFORM: Mac and PC

Who is licensed to use IBM SPSS?

• Faculty and staff can install SPSS on their MSU Denver issued computers.
• Students can access SPSS through Apporto. See Virtual Computer Lab User Guide.

How do I access IBM SPSS?

University-managed machines

If you need to use the app off-campus or on the WiFi (but not Ethernet) then you will need to connect to GlobalProtect. See What is GlobalProtect? for more information.

• For MSU Denver issued Windows computers, IBM SPSS is available to all users to install via the Company Portal. See How do I install software on an MSU Denver Windows computer using Company Portal? for instructions.
• For MSU Denver issued Mac computers, IBM SPSS is available to all users to install via Self Service. See How do I install software on an MSU Denver Mac computer using Self Service? for instructions.
• If you require IBM SPSS to be installed in a computer lab, please submit a Software Request for University Devices so that we can schedule a deployment.

Personal machines

If you need to use IBM SPSS on a personal computer, see Virtual Computer Lab User Guide to access the software through Apporto.

Troubleshooting

If you require assistance using the application, please contact your instructor, department tutor, or supervisor for help.

If you experience trouble installing the application, you receive license errors, or you feel it is not running correctly, please submit a Software Issues & Errors request.