Overview
Marshall University students receive access to Microsoft 365, which includes the latest Office apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and more. These can be installed on up to 5 PCs or Macs, plus mobile devices such as Android phones, iPads®, and Windows tablets.
Students also get 100 GB of OneDrive cloud storage, managed by the university, for secure access to files from anywhere. Collaboration is easy with tools like Microsoft Teams, Office Online, and SharePoint Sites, allowing students to work together in real time on assignments, projects, and notes.
Marshall University provides faculty and staff with access to Microsoft 365, offering powerful tools for productivity, communication, and collaboration.
You can install the latest Office apps—including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and more—on up to 5 PCs or Macs, as well as on mobile devices like Android phones, iPads®, and Windows tablets.
Each user receives 250 GB of OneDrive cloud storage, managed by the university, for secure access to files from anywhere. Collaboration is seamless with Microsoft Teams, Office Online, and SharePoint Sites, enabling real-time editing, communication, and resource sharing across departments and teams.
This suite supports teaching, research, and administrative work—on campus and remotely.
Getting Started with M365
Getting started with Microsoft 365 at Marshall University is quick and easy. You can access apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, or download the full Office suite to your computer or mobile device. Use OneDrive to store and sync your files across devices, and collaborate in real time with classmates or colleagues using Teams and SharePoint. Follow the instructions below to download the M365 Office Suite.
- Visit m365.cloud.microsoft and sign in with your full Marshall Email address and Password.
- Once at your dashboard, click “Apps” located at the bottom of the left-hand menu.
- Select “Install Microsoft 365 Apps” where you’ll be redirected to click “Install Office“.
- Once downloaded, a Microsoft package will be available for you to install. Follow instructions to install Microsoft Office Suite on your device.
- The applications available for installation include:
- Microsoft Word – Advanced document creation and editing
- Microsoft Excel – Full spreadsheet functionality including advanced formulas and data tools
- Microsoft PowerPoint – Rich presentation design and delivery tools
- Microsoft Outlook – Email, calendar, and contact management
- Microsoft OneNote – Multimedia note-taking and organization
- Microsoft Access (PC only) – Database management and reporting
- Microsoft Publisher (PC only) – Desktop publishing for flyers, brochures, and newsletters
- The applications available for installation include:
AI Tools: Copilot Chat
Copilot Chat is a conversational AI tool that supports students, faculty, and staff with everyday academic and administrative tasks. It provides real-time assistance for writing, research, studying, planning, and problem-solving through a simple, intuitive interface. Available 24/7, Copilot Chat fosters creativity, enhances productivity, and adapts to a wide range of campus needs. Learn more about Copilot Chat at Marshall and discover how it can elevate your experience.
Copilot Chat at Marshall
Popular Apps Available to You
Microsoft 365 offers a powerful suite of applications designed to support productivity, collaboration, and learning—whether you’re working on campus or remotely. Here are some of the most widely used apps that you can directly access available to faculty, staff, and students:
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Copilot
OneNote
Forms
Teams
Outlook
Loops
Bookings
OneDrive
SharePoint
Clipchamp
Stream
Planner
ToDo
Power BI
Power Automate
Support & Training
Whether you’re just getting started with Microsoft 365 or looking to expand your skills, Marshall University offers a range of support and training resources to help faculty, staff, and students make the most of these powerful tools.