JIBC Student Guide: Install Microsoft 365 Office

Before You Begin

  • Ensure you have an active JIBC student account.
  • Have your JIBC email address and password available.
  • Connect to the internet.

Install Microsoft 365 on Windows or Mac

Step 1: Sign in to Microsoft 365

  1. Open a web browser.
  2. Go to https://www.office.com
  3. Select Sign In.
  4. Sign in using your JIBC student email address and password.

Step 2: Download Microsoft 365 Apps

  1. After signing in, select Apps and more.
  2. Select More apps.
  3. Select Install apps at the upper-right of the screen.
  4. Select Microsoft 365 apps.

Step 3: Run the Installer

Windows

  1. Open the downloaded installer file (usually in your Downloads folder).
  2. Follow the on-screen prompts.
  3. Wait for the installation to complete.
  4. Select Close when prompted.

Mac

  1. Open the downloaded .pkg file.
  2. Follow the installation wizard.
  3. Enter your Mac administrator password if prompted.
  4. Complete the installation.

Activate Microsoft 365

  1. Open any Office application (such as Word or Excel).
  2. If prompted, sign in using your JIBC student email address.
  3. Accept the license agreement.
  4. Microsoft 365 will automatically activate.

Verify Installation

Open Word, Excel, or PowerPoint and confirm:

  • The application opens successfully.
  • Your name appears in the upper-right corner.
  • You can create and save documents.
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