Yes, Academica is completely free to use. It is available on WordPress.org at no cost.

How many websites use Academica?

Academica has 3.0K+ active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best Academica alternatives?

Popular alternatives to Academica include Twenty Twenty-Five, Astra, Twenty Twenty-Four. You can compare them on our theme directory.

Does Academica work with the latest WordPress?

Academica requires WordPress 6.0+ and PHP 7.4+. Check the theme's WordPress.org page for the latest compatibility information.

Academica — Reviews, Rating & Alternatives (2026)

Name: Academica
Rating: 3.4 (12 reviews)
Author: WPZOOM

As of April 2026, Academica is a WordPress theme with 3.0K+ active installations and a 3.4/5 rating from 12 reviews. It has been downloaded 210K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 6.0+ and PHP 7.4+. Available on WordPress.org since 2013. Recently updated within the last 3 months. Top alternative: Twenty Twenty-Five.

3.4/512 reviews

3.0K+active installs

210K+total downloads

13 yearssince 2013

Overview

Academica is a lightweight, accessible, and privacy-friendly WordPress theme designed for schools, universities, and educational institutions. With a clean three-column layout and modern design, it’s perfect for presenting academic programs, events, and news. The theme is fully customizable, GDPR-compliant, and optimized for fast performance. It uses system fonts only (no Google Fonts) for better privacy and speed. Looking for more features? Upgrade to Academica PRO 3.0 to unlock advanced customization options, Elementor integration, additional layouts, and premium support - ideal for creating a professional education website - https://www.wpzoom.com/themes/academica-pro-3/

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