Technology for Students

Tech For Students
Welcome Longhorn Students!
Everything you need to get connected, communicate, create, collaborate, and succeed at UT Austin, the student technology hub. Find the essential tools and services available to UT Austin students, including your UT EID, Microsoft 365, Wi‑Fi, Canvas,  Student ID services, software, and support resources. Everything you need to get connected, stay productive, and be successful at make the most of your Longhorn experience.
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Sign In to MyUT

MyUT is UT Austin's official student portal and mobile app, designed to bring campus resources, academic tools, and student services together in one convenient place. Students can stay connected on the go with quick access to their orientation experience, class schedule, Canvas, dining balances, and campus updates through a single platform.

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Sign In to Canvas

Manage coursework, assignments, grades, and communication with instructors in Canvas, the University’s centrally supported learning management system (LMS).

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Get Support

How can we help? Connect with the Support Center via call, email, walk-up, open a ticket or search our knowledge base articles for quick solutions and helpful resources.

Getting Connected
The Student Toolkit 

Access Your Account

Get a UT EID

To get started at UT Austin, you first need a UT EID, also known as University of Texas Electronic Identifier, this is your personal login for all things UT Austin.

Setup Duo

Duo provides Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for your UT EID, adding an extra layer of security beyond your password. All students must enroll in Duo before accessing University services. 

To get started, enroll your device using your UT EID, follow the steps in the knowledge article above.

Get Your Student ID Card

Visit the link above to upgrade your UT EID and submit a photo online for your UT ID Card. Once your card is printed and ready, you will receive a confirmation email.

Pick up your UT ID Card after receiving your confirmation email at the ID Center on the main floor of the FAC building.

Connect to Campus Technology

Connect to Campus Wi-Fi

Get connected to the University utexas Wi‑Fi network, available to current students. You can access the wireless network on phones, laptops, and other devices across campus. To connect, select utexas from your device’s Wi‑Fi settings and log in with your UT EID and password. Visit the knowledge article for steps to get started.

eProxy Setup

Learn about UT’s eProxy system Through eProxy, granters can authorize you to make web payments, view tuition bills, add funds to Dine In Dollars or Bevo Pay accounts, and check housing bills and Dine In Dollars balance and transactions. Visit the eProxy page to get started.

VPN Access

The University of Texas VPN provides secure access to campus desktops, file shares, and other on-campus resources when you are working away from campus. It uses Cisco AnyConnect and requires Duo multi-factor authentication, use the link above to learn how to setup your VPN access.

Already setup? Open the VPN Portal

Learning & Productivity

Canvas LMS

Manage coursework, assignments, grades, and course communication with Canvas, the University’s centrally supported learning management system (LMS), where students can access course materials, submit assignments, and communicate with instructors. Sign in to Canvas to access courses.

Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 (M365) is the official productivity suite for Longhorns, providing UT Austin students with free access to essential communication and productivity tools. Your M365 account includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot Chat, Teams, SharePoint, and Outlook. Visit the M365 page to learn more on what is available in the productivity suite.

Already set up? Sign In to M365

 

Access Your Official Student Email

Microsoft 365 is the official communication platform for Longhorns. Every student receives an official UT Austin email address, [your EID]@my.utexas.edu, used for important University communications, course updates, and campus announcements. Visit the knowledge article linked above to get started.

Already set up? Sign In to Microsoft Outlook

Digital Accessibility Center

The Digital Accessibility Center (DAC) promotes accessibility of digital resources for all, ensuring that every individual can fully engage and thrive in the campus digital environment. Visit the Digital accessibility Center to learn more about available resources.

Panopto

Panopto is a video platform for accessing course recordings, lectures, presentations, and other instructor-provided content. Integrated with Canvas, Panopto makes it easy to watch videos, complete video assignments, and engage with course materials. Visit the knowledge article linked above to learn more.

Zoom

Zoom is a video conferencing platform for online classes, meetings, and collaboration. Integrated into Canvas, Zoom makes it easy to join virtual lectures, connect with instructors and classmates, participate in office hours, and collaborate on group projects from a computer, mobile device, or web browser. Visit the knowledge article linked above to learn more.

Already set up? Sign In to Zoom

AI For Students

Choose the AI tool that's right for your task.

Log in to Claude EDU

Claude EDU is free to all current UT students. To get started or access your account, use the link above to sign in using your UT EID (IID) email address "[your EID]@eid.utexas.edu". 

Visit our YouTube playlist, Getting Started with AI at UT Austin, where it walks through step-by-step on getting signed in.

Login in to Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat

Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is free to all current UT students. To get started or access your account, use the link above to sign in with your Microsoft 365 account using your UT EID (IID) email address "[your EID]@eid.utexas.edu".

Log in to ChatGPT EDU

ChatGPT EDU is free to all current UT students. To get started or access your account, use the link above to sign in using your UT EID (IID) email address "[your EID]@eid.utexas.edu". 

Visit our YouTube playlist, Getting Started with AI at UT Austin, where it walks through step-by-step on getting signed in.

Create & Design
The Tools to Help You Design
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Canva logo

The University of Texas at Austin is partnering with Canva to offer free access to Canva for Campus for all students. Canva is an easy-to-use design platform that helps you create stunning visuals in minutes — from social media posts and presentations to flyers, and videos. With thousands of customizable templates, drag-and-drop tools, and a vast library of fonts, images, and design elements, Canva empowers everyone to design with creativity and confidence.

Learn How to Access Canva  Already have access? Sign In

Campus Services
Here to Help When You Need Us

Manage Your ID Card

If you have a lost or stolen ID card, visit the link above that takes you to the Support Center to report your card lost or stolen. Here you will also be able to request a replacement card.

Campus Computer Store

Visit the Campus Computer Store, conveniently located in the Flawn Academic Center. It offers students, faculty, and staff academic discounts on Apple, Dell, and Lenovo products, as well as software discounts and accessories. In-store services include computer repair, trade-in, and warranty services for most computer brands. UT alumni are also eligible to purchase computers, tablets, and accessories.

UT Print

Print from any campus location using the UT libraries print system. Visit the link above to get your files printed.

Get Support

Support Center — 24/7

Call or email for help with your EID, Wi-Fi, Canvas access, software, and device issues. Average wait time is under 5 minutes to chat with us.

Walk-Up Support

In-person help at the Enterprise Technology Support Center in the Flawn Academic Center (FAC). Bring your laptop for hands-on troubleshooting. Open M–F 8am–5pm.

Find Answers

Search our knowledge base articles for quick solutions and helpful resources or open a ticket to request support. 

Additional Resources

Getting Started with Software & Applications

Check out this knowledge article in the service portal for details on the software, applications, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms available to UT Austin students. Most of these titles are no-cost options, with any purchase requirements noted where applicable.

University Blog Services

A WordPress platform for UT faculty, staff, and students, offering UT EID login access, customizable themes (including UT-branded options), visibility control, visitor statistics, and a utexas.edu web address.

Qualtrics

An online survey platform for creating, distributing, and analyzing surveys. Students can use it to gather data for research, projects, or assignments.