Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) offers both browser-based Web Apps and desktop versions of familiar productivity applications, such as Word, Excel, OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook and more!
- Web Apps allow users to view and edit Microsoft 365 documents on any device via a web browser.
- Desktop versions allow for offline and more robust document creating and editing.
You can download the Microsoft 365 desktop applications on up to 5 devices.
Download Instructions
Please Note: The process that installs the new Microsoft 365 also uninstalls all older Office products. As you might expect, the older Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the rest of the Office suite are uninstalled to make room for the new applications. You won’t be able to reinstall them.
- From the Missouri State University website, click on Log In, then select Microsoft 365 and Email.
- Sign in to the Microsoft 365 portal at
- On the main page of your portal, select Install apps then Microsoft 365 apps from the drop-down menu. The system will recognize your operating system and the correct download will begin automatically.
- After the install has downloaded, click on the install file to run the application. This process will vary depending on your operating system.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the install (this usually takes several minutes).
- When the install is finished, you should see a message indicating the installation was successful
Available To
The Microsoft 365 suite is available for free to all current and former students and current full-time employees as part of the Microsoft 365 suite. You can download the Microsoft 365 desktop applications on up to 5 devices.
Features
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Create, collaborate, and share from all your devices.
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Productivity apps including Word, Excel, OneDrive, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook and more!
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Copilot AI to enhance productivity and creativity.
Training and Resources
Microsoft 365 help & learning
Microsoft 365 basics video training
Best practices for collaborating with Microsoft 365
Learn about Copilot within Microsoft 365 applications
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