What is Microsoft Office 365?
Who Can Use Office 365
Students, faculty, staff, and select alumni at UMGC can access Microsoft Office 365 for free, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other classroom tools. Features depend on your role - active students get more than inactive students or alumni.
How to Access Office 365
You can use Office 365 online or download it to your computer or mobile device:
Online Access
Log in with your UMGC email (username@student.umgc.edu) using a browser on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Download & Install
Available for current students, faculty, and staff. Ensure your device meets system requirements.
- Windows/Mac: Download instructions
- Mobile: Install instructions
Note: Online apps have fewer features. Mobile apps are optimized for devices but offer reduced functionality.
Key Features by User Type
Active Students, Faculty, Staff (A5 License)
- Desktop apps: Up to 5 PCs/Macs, 5 tablets, and 5 phones
- Web apps: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook
- Additional apps: Publisher (PC), Access (PC), Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Sway, Forms, Stream, Flow, PowerApps, Yammer
Inactive Students / Select Alumni (A1 License)
- Web versions of Office apps
- Desktop version of OneNote
- Access to Teams and other collaboration tools
Training & Help
Microsoft provides the Office 365 Training Center with guides and instructions to learn and troubleshoot the apps.