Install Microsoft 365 Apps on Windows and macOS

As an active University of La Verne student, staff member, or faculty member, you are eligible to install and use the Microsoft 365 suite on up to five personal devices.

Microsoft Windows Installation Guide

Apple Mac OS Installation Guide

Windows Installation

Step 1: Download Microsoft 365

  1. Open a web browser.
  2. Go to: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/download-office
  3. Click Download for Windows.
  4. Save the installer (OfficeSetup.exe) to your computer.

Step 2: Install Microsoft 365

  1. Open the downloaded OfficeSetup.exe file.
  2. If prompted by Windows, click Yes.
  3. Wait for the installation to complete.

Step 3: Activate Microsoft 365

  1. Open Word, Excel, or Outlook.
  2. When prompted to activate the software, select Sign In and use your University of La Verne credentials to complete the activation.
  3. Complete any Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) prompts if required.
  4. Microsoft 365 will activate automatically.

MacOS Installation

Step 1: Download Microsoft 365

  1. Open Safari or another web browser.
  2. Go to: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/download-office
  3. Click Download for macOS.
  4. Save the installer (Microsoft_Office_Installer.pkg) to your Mac.

Step 2: Install Microsoft 365

  1. Open the downloaded installer package.
  2. Follow the on-screen installation prompts.
  3. Accept the license agreement.
  4. Click Install.
  5. Enter your Mac administrator password if prompted.

Step 3: Activate Microsoft 365

  1. Open Word, Excel, or Outlook.
  2. When prompted to activate the software, select Sign In and use your University of La Verne credentials to complete the activation.
  3. Complete any Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) prompts if required.
  4. Microsoft 365 will activate automatically.

Step 4: Verify Activation

  1. Open any Microsoft 365 application.
  2. Select Help > Check for Updates or About.
  3. Verify that you are signed in with your University of La Verne account.

Need Assistance?

If you experience issues activating Microsoft 365, please contact the IT Help Desk at help@laverne.edu 909-448-4130

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