What is it?
Microsoft 365 (formerly known as Microsoft Office 365) is the hub for all of the classic Microsoft tools: Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, and more. All SDSU students and employees can download and use these tools free of charge
- Contains Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook
- OneDrive cloud storage to back up files and photos
- Works on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
- Advanced security for email and files
- Ongoing technical support from Microsoft
Who can use it?
Current students, faculty, and staff may install the software on up to five university-owned or personal computers at no cost.
The software will remain active and usable for as long as you are a current faculty member, staff member, or student.
Based on Microsoft's licensing requirements, it's not offered to past students who have graduated or leave SDSU.
Workplace Discount Program - Looking to install Microsoft 365 (Office) on your personal computer at home using a personal email account? As an employee of South Dakota State University, you’re eligible for the Microsoft Workplace Discount Program (formerly known as the Home Use Program). This program allows you to shop for select Microsoft products at discounted prices. Important: When logging in with your personal email account, your @sdstate.edu email address is not your personal email account.
Where can I get it?
Download and Install Microsoft Office 365
- Desktop apps installed locally on your computer.
Office on the Web
How much does it cost?
There is no cost for this service for current students, faculty, and staff.
Policies and Guidelines
SDSU Policy 5:35 - Purchasing Policy
SDSU Policy 7:5 - Acceptable Use of Information Technology Systems
SDSU Policy 7:12 - Technology Purchases
SBBOR Policy 4:48 - Export Controls
SDBOR Policy 7:6 - Technology Purchases
SDBOR Policy 7:7 - Personally Identifiable Information