Overview

Microsoft Office software can be installed on a personal computer by logging into the Office365 portal.

In the past, it was possible to utilize something called the Microsoft Home Use Program to get a special license for a small fee (about $10), but that is no longer needed. Campus agreements with Microsoft allow all staff to be eligible to get the software for no additional cost while they are employed. 

Instructions

To Install Apps:

1.  From the device you want to install Office/Apps on, navigate to ‘portal.office365.com’.  You will be redirected to a screen with a Microsoft logo and a Sign in request
2. Sign in as follows: your email user name in the format username@ad.ucla.edu.
3. Click on Next. This will redirect you to a window that shows ‘Redirecting to your Organization’s Sign In Page’.  You will arrive at the UCLA Office 365 page.
4. Once logged in, there will be an "Install Office" button in the upper right, which will direct you to download the software you need.
   

Questions

What if I don't see the "Install Office" button?
This indicates your individual account is lacking the permissions to download and install the software. Please submit a service desk ticket so DIIT can help correct this.

What if I'm no longer employed at UCLA?
Office 365 apps require an active user license, which is provided by your UCLA Library email. When this email is disabled, the license will become inactive and the apps will revert to a read-only mode.

Should I install this on a work computer?
It should not be necessary. DIIT has different methods for installing Office on Library-purchased computers, which do not require the active Office 365 user license.