NVivo is available to faculty and staff for installation on university-owned computers. Faculty and staff can install NVivo on their office computers at no cost.
NVivo Requirements
- Computers must be university-owned Mac or Windows devices.
- The computer is running Jamf Self Service (Mac) or Microsoft Software Center (Windows)
- To run NVivo it must be plugged into the wired university computer or tu-secure to receive the license and run.
- For full functionality, including media playback and cloud collaboration, the computer should meet NVivo’s recommended specifications.
NVivo Licensing
NVivo licensing is provided by the university at no charge to faculty and staff on campus.
The license includes access to core NVivo features and modules such as:
- Data coding and annotation
- Query and search tools
- Visualizations (e.g., word clouds, charts)
- Integration with Excel, Word, SurveyMonkey, Citavi, and EndNote
Installing NVivo
NVivo is available on Virtual Workspace and can be accessed by students, faculty, and staff.
Faculty and staff office computers can install NVivo on demand via:
NVivo Remote Access
To use NVivo on a laptop or device off-campus, users can access the software via Virtual Workspace.
NVivo License Renewal
NVivo licenses are renewed every 3 years. If the license expires, NVivo will prompt users to reactivate through the Lumivero portal. Faculty and staff should ensure their devices are connected to the wired university network or tu-secure for renewal.
NVivo Upgrade Cycle
Lumivero typically releases major NVivo upgrades every 1–2 years. Faculty and staff may install the latest version each year once it has been reviewed by OTS for compatibility and appropriate packages have been created for installation. These processes generally occur in the summer months.
- Virtual Workspace is updated on a two-year cycle, typically after the spring term
- Projects created in newer versions may not be backward compatible with older releases
Access NVivo at Home
NVivo is available on Virtual Workspace, allowing students, faculty, and staff to use NVivo from any location with internet access.
The university version of NVivo cannot be installed on personal home computers unless purchased directly from Lumivero. Visit Lumivero NVivo for personal licensing options.
Assistance With NVivo
NVivo support resources include:
- NVivo Help Center
- Free video tutorials and webinars
- User guides and certification courses
- Peer support via the NVivo Community Forum