Upgrade option from 2011a to 2012b for Student Edition?

Are there any discount upgrade options (as opposed to buying it again)?

Answer 1

[Wayne King]

For these types of questions, it's always best to contact MathWorks directly.

You can look at the FAQ for the student version here:

http://www.mathworks.com/academia/student_version/faq/index.html

It seems like the following addresses your question:

*Q. Can I upgrade from older versions of MATLAB and Simulink Student Version? *

A. Student Version upgrades are not offered at this time. If you want to use the current MATLAB and Simulink Student Version release, you must purchase a copy and activate your software. You can install the current version on a machine with an older version. The older version will function properly, but may require the disc in the drive for startup.