Microsoft Academic Core CAL – 1‑User License for Server Access (No Level Add‑On)

The Microsoft Academic Core Client Access License (CAL) provides a single user the legal right to access Microsoft server products such as Windows Server, Exchange, SharePoint and System Centre in an educational environment. Designed for schools, universities and research institutions, this licence is sold under the Academic Open License (OLV) programme, offering volume‑licensing discounts while maintaining full compliance with Microsoft’s licensing terms. This 1‑User Core CAL comes with a No‑Level Add‑On, meaning the user can access any eligible server edition without tier restrictions or additional upgrades. The licence is perpetual, so once purchased the right to connect to Microsoft server software remains in force for the life of the product, and it can be paired with Microsoft Software Assurance for optional upgrade rights and support services. It simplifies licence management by assigning a single, clearly defined user entitlement, reducing administrative overhead for IT departments. For Australian educational organisations looking to control costs while ensuring full legal coverage, the Academic Core CAL delivers a cost‑effective, flexible solution that scales with the institution’s growth. It supports compliance audits, protects against unauthorised access, and aligns with the institution’s broader Microsoft ecosystem strategy.