7.9 Choosing an Access Model
Updated 6 months ago
Selecting the right access model either credits or licenses depends on your student volume, program intensity, and budget structure. Here is a framework to guide the decision.
When to Use Credits
You have a small number of students or a short-duration program.
Students will take a limited number of tests for example, two to three full-length tests and a handful of problem sets.
You want granular control over how many assessments each student can access.
You are running a trial or pilot program and want to manage costs closely.
When to Use Licenses
You have high-volume students who will be taking frequent tests across a full prep season.
You are running an intensive program where students are expected to take multiple full-length tests and many problem sets.
You want to simplify administration and avoid tracking credit balances for every student.
You are working with students who need flexible, self-paced access without restrictions.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Factor | Credits | License |
|---|---|---|
Cost Structure | Pay per use | Flat fee, unlimited access |
Best for | Low-to-medium volume | High-volume, intensive programs |
Admin Overhead | Monitor balances regularly | Assign once, no ongoing tracking |
Flexibility | Fine-grained control | Fully open access |
Risk | Students can run out mid-program | Higher upfront cost |
A hybrid approach works well for many academies, Assign licenses to your most active students taking full prep programs, and use credits for students on lighter or shorter engagements. This balances cost control with operational simplicity.
Both credits and licenses are managed from the Console App under Billing & Subscription.