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Summary
SPSS Statistics is a widely used software package for statistical analysis at UT. It offers a broad range of statistical tools, graphics, and data management features. SPSS is easy to learn and supports both GUI-based workflows and advanced scripting for automation.
Prerequisites
- UT NetID
- Affiliation with a UT campus (UTK, UTC, UTHSC, or UT-Southern)
- A Windows, macOS, or Linux computer
Instructions
What SPSS Can Do
- Perform a wide range of statistical analyses
- Create charts, graphs, and visualizations
- Transfer data easily into R or SAS for advanced analysis
- Automate tasks using SPSS syntax/programming
- Record and reproduce analysis steps
How to Get SPSS
- SPSS is available at no additional cost to UT faculty, staff, and students.
- It can be installed on both university-owned and personally-owned devices.
- Download and installation instructions are available on the OIT Software Download page.
Training Resources
- LinkedIn Learning offers SPSS training videos for registered users.
- Thousands of tutorials are available on YouTube in multiple languages.
Troubleshooting
- If you cannot access the download page, verify that you are logged in with your UT NetID.
- Some features may require updated operating system versions.
- If installation fails, try restarting your device and reinstalling.
Additional Notes
- SPSS supports scripting for advanced users who want to automate workflows.
- Data can be exported to other statistical tools for specialized analyses.
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