LISREL for Windows (Student) is a streamlined, student-friendly edition of the LISREL (Linear Structural Relations) software, a pioneering tool for structural equation modeling (SEM). It helps learners and instructors specify, estimate, and evaluate latent variable models such as confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), path analysis, and full SEM, all within a Windows environment. The student edition focuses on the essentials, making it easier to grasp SEM concepts without the complexity of enterprise-scale workflows.

Key features:

Model building via both a graphical diagrammer and a readable syntax (SIMPLIS), with matrix-specification options for advanced learners.
Core estimation methods commonly used in SEM (e.g., ML and related robust variants), along with standard fit indices such as Chi-square, RMSEA, CFI, TLI, and SRMR.
Diagnostic tools including standardized estimates, modification indices, and residuals to refine model specification.
Data preparation and basic handling suitable for coursework and small research projects.

Ideal for:

Students taking courses in SEM, psychometrics, social sciences, education, and market research.
Instructors needing an accessible SEM tool for teaching model specification, estimation, and interpretation.

Note: As a student edition, it typically includes usage or size limitations compared to the full version (for example, constraints on the number of variables or observations, or access to certain advanced modules). Check the specific license or package details for exact limits and included features.

LISREL for Windows (Student) is developed by SSI. The most popular versions of this product among our users are: 9.2 and 9.3.