Microsoft 365 for Students

Coming Soon - Student Email to M365

Student email will be moving from Google Gmail to Microsoft 365 Outlook.

Overview

Registered students can request access to Microsoft 365. Access includes online versions of popular apps, like Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as the ability to download them to your personal computers/devices. Keep reading for more information and instructions.

Staff/Faculty, if you'd like access to Microsoft 365, visit the Microsoft 365 for Staff & Faculty page for more information.

Student Guidelines

IMPORTANT! By using Microsoft 365 offered by Southwestern Community College District, you agree to the Guidelines for Student Email, Google G Suite & Microsoft 365 (PDF) and 3720 AP (Computer & Network Acceptable Use Policy).

View/Download Guidelines (PDF)

View/Download 3720 AP

About Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 Landing Image — Microsoft 365 Landing Page

After requesting and receiving Microsoft 365 access (see "Requesting Microsoft 365 Access" below), you'll be able to use these apps and features:

Web versions of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and OneNote
Desktop versions of Office on up to 5 PCs or Macs
Office apps on up to 5 tablets and 5 phones
Class notebooks
Digital storytelling with Sway
Plan schedules and daily tasks with Microsoft Teams
Unlimited personal cloud storage (OneDrive)
HD video conferencing

Requesting Microsoft 365 Access

Access to Microsoft 365 is not automatic - you must request it to receive it! If you're a Student, please follow the steps below to request access to Microsoft 365:

Request access by completing the automated Microsoft 365 for Students Request Form on ServiceNow (MySWC Login Required)
Within 24 hours, Microsoft will process your request and provide you with access to Microsoft 365

Staff/Faculty, if you'd like to request access to Microsoft 365, visit the Microsoft 365 for Staff & Faculty page for instructions.

Accessing Microsoft 365

Demonstration of Microsoft 365 Login Process — Demonstration of Microsoft 365 Login
Available 24-48 Hours After Requesting Access

After "Requesting Microsoft 365 Access" (see above) and waiting 24-48 hours, you will be able to sign-in to the online and downloadable versions of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and more!

To sign-in to the online version, select the "Microsoft 365" button in the Campus Apps section of the MySWC Portal and then:

Enter your @swccd.edu email address when asked to sign in
Select "work or school account" if you are asked
Enter your MySWC password

To sign-in to an Microsoft 365 app that you've downloaded to your device, follow the same three steps above. Please note, it will also take 24-48 hours after "Requesting Microsoft 365 Access" (see above) before you are able to sign-in to the downloadable apps.

Downloading Microsoft 365 Apps

Download Microsoft 365 Apps — Install Office (After Requesting Access)

If the cloud version of Microsoft 365 isn't working out for you and you'd like to download and install apps like Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint on your personal computers/devices, follow the instructions below:

After requesting and receiving Microsoft 365 access (see "Requesting Microsoft 365 Access" above), launch the "Microsoft 365" app (see "Accessing Microsoft 365" above) and select the "Install Office" drop-down menu from your Microsoft 365 landing page
Select the "Microsoft 365 apps" option to begin the installer download
Once downloaded, launch the installer app and select the apps and options you want
Once you select the apps and options you want, you'll be able to use the apps on up to 5 personal computers/devices (mobile apps are available for iOS and Android)
When you're asked for your username and password, be sure to login with your MySWC Account (you'll have access as long as you're currently registered for classes)

If you get stuck, be sure to take a look at the Microsoft 365 Help and FAQs below.

Microsoft 365 Help

Online help is available on the Microsoft Microsoft 365 support site. 24/7 help is available by selecting the Question Mark (?) at the top, right corner of your Microsoft 365 landing page.

The external websites below provide great information and tutorials related to Microsoft 365:

Microsoft 365 FAQs

Below are some common questions and answers pertaining to Microsoft 365:

Think of OneDrive as a virtual USB thumb drive, without the need of plugging anything into a computer, giving you access to any of your OneDrive files anytime you need them, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For example, you could be out with your friends when you meet a potential employer who asks for your resume - you would be able to send your resume immediately!