How to upgrade CS3 Master collection

Hi.
I have a CS3 Master Collection, and I'm currently an MFA student.
I only use Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects and Flash.
What would be the best way/deal to upgrade?

If you need 3 or more apps then a full Cloud membership is the best way to go.
As a student, you're entitled to the Student membership ("Complete - Special Offer" under the Students and Teachers tab at the link below).
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Creative Suite for Windows - http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/collection.jsp?collID=1&platform=Windows
Creative Suite for Macintosh - http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/collection.jsp?collID=1&platform=Macintosh
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I bought Adobe Creative Suite 3 Master Collection.
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