One of the benefits of being a full-time St. John’s University student or employee is that you have access to download up to 5 free versions of Office 365. Versions are available for both Windows
OS and Mac OS.

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To download Office 365 on your Mac or PC:

  • Select apps on the left pane

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  • Click Install Office on the top right corner of the screen > Click “Microsoft 365 Apps

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  • Steps on how to continue the installation will appear. If you do not see the button to click “Run.” You may have to check your Downloads folder to see if the installation has fully downloaded. Once it is completed, you can open it up to install. You must remain connected to the internet for the software to install. Office 365 will be automatically activated with your SJU account when the installation is finalized.

  • After installation is complete. Open up one of the programs, such as Microsoft Word, to complete activation. Follow the on-screen prompts to activate.

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After you have connected your St. John’s University account, you will be asked if you want to automatically sign into all your Office 365 apps.

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IMPORTANT: Make sure to uncheck the “Allow my organization to manage my device” prior to selecting “Yes, all apps”. If you accidentally left this checked, follow the instructions here: Microsoft 365, How do I undo the "Allow my organization to manage my device" setting?


All Office 365 apps are now fully licensed to your St. John’s University account. If you have any issues logging in or downloading Office 365, contact 718-990-5000 or submit a helpdesk ticket at ithelp.stjohns.edu.