Introduction to ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Pro is the newest professional desktop GIS software from Esri. With ArcGIS Pro, you can explore, visualize, and analyze data; create 2D maps and 3D scenes, and share your work to your ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Enterprise portal. It provides a new ribbon user interface and improved cartographic features, as well as all the processing tools that are familiar to users of ArcMap.
Please note: ArcMap is in mature support by Esri with complete retirement March 1, 2026.
How to Download ArcGIS Pro
To access and download ArcGIS Pro, please ensure your computer meets the system requirements, specifically that you are using a Windows operating system. For ArcGIS Pro to operate in a Mac computer, you will have to use a virtual environment such as Boot Camp or Parallels (available for purchase in the VU Software Store).
Next, log-in to ArcGIS Online using your VUNETID
Then click on your name in the top right corner. A menu will appear. Select 'My settings'.
A new page will load. Select Licenses from the left menu and navigate the Licensed products for ArcGIS Pro. Once you locate ArcGIS Pro from the product options, click on 'Download ArcGIS Pro'
Now you have access to ArcGIS Pro on your computer! If you have any issues downloading the software or logging onto ArcGIS Online, please email the GIS Lab.
