Welcome!

Now that you’re registered for courses at Cisco College, it’s time to log in to our online tools. From Campus Connect to Canvas, the steps below will guide you through accessing your accounts, ensuring you’re prepared to excel in your courses.

**NOTE: As of October 15, 2024, Cisco College has switched from Google/Gmail to Microsoft 365/Outlook for all email communications. This change also gives you access to the full suite of MS365 tools, including OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more. The steps below will walk you through accessing your MS365/Outlook account. **

Steps:

  • Step 1: Locate Your Student ID on Campus Connect

    Campus Connect is our student information system for personal, financial aid, and billing details. It's also where you register for courses.

    1. Navigate to the Cisco College website.

    2. Click “Campus Connect” at the top left of the screen and select “For Students” from the drop-down menu.

    Cisco College Homepage


    3. Log in to Campus Connect:

    • In the Student ID field, enter your Social Security Number (SSN).
    • In the PIN field, enter your 8-digit date of birth in MMDDYYYY format (e.g., 03292002).

    TIP: If the PIN doesn’t work, enter your birthdate without the leading zero in the month (e.g., 3292002).

    Campus Connect Login Screen


    4. Your Student ID will be displayed at the top left corner of your student dashboard, next to your name in parentheses.

    Campus Connect Dashboard


    If you're having trouble accessing Campus Connect, please contact Admissions at admissions@cisco.edu.


  • Step 2: Construct Your Cisco Student Email

    All Cisco College students are issued a college email account after registration. Follow the steps below to construct your Cisco student email address based on your registration date.

    For Students Registered on or After August 12, 2024

    Combine the first initial of your first name + the first initial of your last name + the last four digits of your Student ID + "@students.cisco.edu" to construct the address.

    FirstNameInitialLastNameInitialLast4ofStudentID@students.cisco.edu

    Example:

    • Name: John Doe
    • Student ID: 123456789
    • Email: jd6789@students.cisco.edu

    For Students Registered Before August 12, 2024, or Returning Students

    Combine your first name + "." + last name + the last four digits of your Student ID + "@students.cisco.edu" to construct the address.

    FirstName.LastNameLast4ofStudentID@students.cisco.edu

    Example:

    • Name: John Doe
    • Student ID: 123456789
    • Email: John.Doe6789@students.cisco.edu
  • Step 3: Set Up Your MS365 Account

    Now that you know your email address format, you'll want to set up your MS365 account.

    1. On a desktop or laptop (not a cellphone), open your web browser and navigate to office.com.

    2. Log in with these credentials.

    • Username: Enter the email address you constructed in Step 2.
    • Password: Use the Student ID you located on Campus Connect in Step 1.
    MS365 Login


    3. Set up authentication.

    • Download the free Microsoft Authenticator (MS) app on your cellphone.
    • Open the app and tap the plus (+) symbol in the top right corner.
    • Select “Work or School Account.”

    4. Complete the setup.

    • Scan the QR code displayed on your desktop or laptop screen using the Microsoft Authenticator app on your cellphone.

    If you're having trouble accessing your MS365 account and Outlook email, please contact the IT Help Desk by submitting a ticket at https://tinyurl.com/6keuehh2, calling (254)442-5010, or emailing helpdesk@cisco.edu.

  • Step 4: Access My Apps (e.g., Outlook, OneDrive, Word)

    Once you're logged into Microsoft 365, you'll have full access to the suite of programs essential for your studies at Cisco College. We recommend starting with Outlook for your email, OneDrive for file storage in the cloud, and MS Word for word processing.

    1. Click on the “Apps” icon (a grid of dots) in the top left corner of the screen.

    2. Make your selection from the menu.

    MS365 Dashboard


    If you're having trouble with MS365 features, please contact the IT Help Desk by submitting a ticket at https://tinyurl.com/6keuehh2 or calling (254)442-5010.

  • Step 5: Access Canvas

    Canvas is our platform for digital learning. As a distance education student, you'll access course content, interact with your instructors and classmates, submit assignments, and receive instructor feedback. If you are an in-person student, your instructor may use Canvas for its communication features or supplemental learning.

    1. Navigate to Canvas.

    2. Log in with these credentials.

    • Username: Enter the email address you constructed in Step 2.
    • Password: Use the Student ID you located on Campus Connect in Step 1.
    Canvas Login Screen


    If you're having trouble accessing Canvas, please contact Distance Education at online@cisco.edu.