CAMPUS LICENSE AGREEMENT

Are you eligible to get software through the Campus License Agreement?

Do you use a computer that is owned or leased by the University of Arizona? Are you a faculty or staff member? You can get popular Apple or Microsoft software (operating systems and applications that can cost hundreds of dollars) through the UAs Campus Licensing Agreement. Visit the "Products" tab for download links, or the Technology Center downstairs in the UA BookStores, SUMC for discs.

Cost

There is no cost to you for a downloaded version of the software if your UA Login lists you as a faculty or staff member. Not networked? If you want the software on a disc, there is a charge (see below). Sorry, but this program is not for students.

Apple License Media:
Media can be special ordered through the Technology Center in UA BookStores, SUMC for $15. Users also have the option to burn one copy of the software to a disk for use on a personal machine. If you want more information, visit the Technology Center on the lower level of UA BookStores, SUMC or call 520-621-8897.

Microsoft License Media:
Media can be purchased at the Technology Center in UA BookStores, SUMC ($5 for a CD, $10 for a DVD). Users also have the option of borrowing the media from UA BookStores. For more information, visit the Technology Center on the lower level of UA BookStores SUMC or call 520-621-8897.

The Formalities

The Campus License Agreement is a centralized campus agreement which provides a cost-effective solution for supplying The University of Arizona with its required software. The agreements are funded by the Office of the CIO and managed by the UA BookStores Licensing Office, located on the lower level of UA BookStores, SUMC. Computers which are owned or leased by The University of Arizona are covered by the Campus License Agreements for the duration of the contract. The Microsoft Campus Agreement is an annual agreement effective through April 30, 2012. Apple License Agreement products are effective through July 1, 2012. It provides departments, faculty, and staff access to Microsoft's and Apple's popular computer software, including operating systems and desktop productivity tools. Certain restrictions apply discuss any questions with the helpful staff at the UA BookStores Technology Center.

Apple License Products:

Microsoft License Products:

Access to Microsoft Products

1. Click here to access The University of Arizona Microsoft License Home Use Program Code (youll need your NetID). NOTE: Abuse of this code could have very negative implications for The University of Arizona and could result in the revocation of our Microsoft usage privileges. Please do not share this code with anybody outside of The University of Arizona.
2. Visit https://microsofthup.com and follow the prompts. You may download the product directly from the website or request backup media. NOTE: You will be charged an additional $12.00 fulfillment fee to cover packaging, shipping & handling costs of backup media. If you're purchasing the media, please allow 3 to 4 weeks for delivery.

Who is not eligible?

This agreement does not cover University of Arizona students who are not UA employees. However, through the Microsoft Select Agreement, all students continue to have the option to purchase academically-discounted Microsoft products at UA BookStores Technology Center, located on the lower level of UA BookStores, SUMC.

Retired faculty and staff members and visiting adjunct faculty are ineligible.

UA Department IT Professionals can purchase server licenses and products by contacting the UA Software Licensing Office. Agreements are made as three-year commitments and departments will be billed annually. Purchasing server licenses this way allows departments to move license costs to an annual operational item and permits upgrades to newer versions for the term of the Microsoft Campus Agreement.

The Microsoft Campus Agreement is managed by the UA BookStores Licensing Office, email us here, 520-621-8897. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions.

Evaluation Licenses for IT Professionals

University of Arizona IT professionals may also be interested in the Microsoft Campus Agreement Product Evaluation Rights Program, which grants you license to run select Microsoft titles for a 60-day evaluation period.

Evaluation licenses are ONLY available for download from microsoft.com. Please keep in mind, though, that if you purchase a product through the Microsoft website, you will NOT receive the benefits provided by the campus agreement.

It is recommended that you download evaluation product from microsoft.com for trial purposes. If you wish to purchase the product, consider uninstalling the trial version, and purchase the product through the MCA at UA BookStores.

For more information regarding Product Evaluation Rights licenses and eligibility, contact a UA BookStores Licensing Specialist at 520-621-8897 or email us here.

University of Arizona faculty and staff are encouraged to take advantage of Microsoft E-Learning courses through the duration of the Microsoft Campus Agreement. E-Learning provides access to self-paced, interactive training developed by Microsoft experts. These sessions are designed to improve user proficiency, boost staff productivity, and lower organizational training costs.

NOTE: Some product and language versions may not be available at the time you activate your courses. Visit Microsoft E-Learning Eligibility page for available E-Learning courses. To gain initial access to the Microsoft E-Learning courses, please follow the steps below:

1. Click here to access The University of Arizona Microsoft E-Learning Access Code (you'll need your NetID). NOTE: The University of Arizona E-Learning Access Code can accommodate only a limited number of users. Abuse of this code could have very negative implications for The University of Arizona and could result in the revocation of our Microsoft usage privileges. Please do not share the code with users outside of The University of Arizona.


2. Go to: https://business.microsoftelearning.com/activate and follow the prompts.
    
3. You will be prompted to sign in using a valid Windows Live ID., this is the user name and password you will use to access the site each time you log on. If you already have a profile on microsoft.com, use that Windows Live ID. If not, complete the registration as required.
    
4. Following the completion of the registration process, log in using your Windows Live ID and click My Learning to view a list of available courses. Click on a course title to begin that E-Learning session.

If you experience any problems with your E-Learning training, please contact the UA BookStores Licensing Specialist at 520-621-8897 or email us here.