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title: "MATLAB - MathWorks"
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MATLAB is a programming and numerical computing platform from MathWorks that is widely used by engineers, scientists, researchers, and students for data analysis, algorithm development, modeling, and simulation.

## **Get Started**

> Macro (toc)

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### Request a MATLAB License

To request a new MATLAB license or renew an existing license, complete the [Software Request Form](https://setonhall.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/4/group/35/create/126). 

You will need to provide:

- Username
- Computer Serial Number
- Course ID
- Faculty Member’s Name

After your request is processed, you will receive an email containing instructions for creating a MathWorks account and installing MATLAB.

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### Create a MathWorks Account

1. Go to the [MathWorks account creation](https://www.mathworks.com/mwaccount/account/create) page.
2. Enter your Seton Hall email address:
  - `firstname.lastname@shu.edu`
  - `firstname.lastname@student.shu.edu`
3. Select **Next**.
4. Complete the CAPTCHA verification if prompted.
5. Create and confirm a password for your MathWorks account.
  - Must be 8 to 50 characters long
  - Must include uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers
  - This password is separate from your Seton Hall network password
6. Check your email for a verification code from MathWorks and enter it when prompted.
7. Accept the Online Service Agreement and select **Next**.
8. Complete your profile information:
  - First Name
  - Last Name
  - Location
  - **What best describes you?** *Teacher/Research in Academia*
  - **Department and Role**: Select the appropriate options
9. Select:
  - **Location of School/University:** *United States*
  - **State/Province:** *New Jersey*
  - **School/University:** *Seton Hall University*
10. Select **Next** to complete account creation.

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### Acquire the MATLAB Installer

1. Sign in to your MathWorks account.
2. Verify that your MATLAB license has been assigned. You should see **MATLAB (Individual)** listed under your licenses.
3. Under **License Actions**, select the down-arrow menu next to **MATLAB (Individual)**.
4. Download the installer for your operating system:
  - Windows
  - macOS
  - Linux

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### Install MATLAB

> ℹ️ - Your computer needs at least **7 GB of free space** to install MATLAB.
> ℹ️ - These instructions were tested with MATLAB version **R2025a**.

#### Launch the Installer

1. Open the email from MathWorks confirming your software allocation.
2. Select the installation link and sign in to your MathWorks account.
3. Under **License Actions**, download the installer for your operating system.
  - **Windows:** The installer extracts and launches automatically.
  - **macOS**
    - Extract the downloaded `.zip` file.
    - Open the `.dmg` file.
    - Run the MATLAB installer.
  - **Linux**
    - Extract the downloaded `.zip` file.
    - Run the installer manually.
    - Refer to the included README file for platform-specific instructions.

### Complete the Installation

1. Enter the email address and password associated with your MathWorks account.
2. Accept the License Agreement and select **Next**.
3. Follow the prompts using the recommended settings below:

| Screen | Action |
| --- | --- |
| Licensing | Verify the license information and select **Next** |
| Confirm User | Review the information and select **Next** |
| Destination | Accept the default location and select **Next** |
| Products | Leave the default product selections and select **Next** |
| Options | Select **Add shortcut to desktop** and select **Next** |
| Confirmation | Review the settings and select **Next** |

4. The installer will download and install MATLAB automatically.
5. When the installation is complete, select **Close**.

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### Launch MATLAB

After installation is complete, you can launch MATLAB from:

- The desktop shortcut (if selected during installation)
- The Start menu (Windows)
- The Applications folder (macOS)

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### MATLAB License Renewal

MATLAB licenses are renewed annually by Seton Hall University.

As the license expiration date approaches, you may see a notification indicating that your license will expire soon. No action is required. You may dismiss the notification.

After the University renews the license, one of the following may occur:

#### Current Versions of MATLAB

When you launch MATLAB, you may receive a one-time notification indicating that the license has been renewed. Simply dismiss the notification and continue using MATLAB.

#### Older Versions of MATLAB

When you launch MATLAB, you may receive a message prompting you to renew your license.

1. Select the renewal link or button provided in the notification.
2. MATLAB will update the license automatically.
3. Continue using MATLAB normally.