Current Students

As a DePaul student, you have been issued the following email and login credentials:

• BlueM@il email address: Your username with "@depaul.edu"
• DePaul username: "username" part of your BlueM@il address (the same as your Campus Connect username)
• DePaul password: The password you setup in Campus Connect (This single password provides access to BlueM@il, BlueKey login portals and Campus Connect.)

A note about BlueKey: BlueKey is DePaul's seamless login portal. You will see the BlueKey portal when accessing services like office365.depaul.edu. BlueKey login credentials are your BlueM@il email address and your DePaul password, which is also your password in the BlueKey portals.

A note about Campus Connect username and password: DePaul used to call these login credentials "Campus Connect username and password." These login credentials are the same as Campus Connect.

Learn more about BlueKey login.

All currently enrolled DePaul students, both full-time and part-time, are entitled to an Office 365 for Education account. This account includes:

• a BlueM@il (username@depaul.edu) email address
• the ability to install the latest version of Office on up to 5 personally-owned computers or mobile devices
• access to the online Office Web Apps from any computer or mobile device

All DePaul communications will be sent to your BlueM@il email address. Information about activating your account, installing Office, and connecting your email to your phone and other mobile devices can be found on on the Student Email and University Communications page.

DePaul students can get the Outlook App for personal computers or mobile devices. Ways to check email (use your DePaul login credentials): 

• Outlook web app: Go to office365.depaul.edu and select the Outlook icon 
• Outlook desktop app: Go to office365.depaul.edu. Log in with your DePaul BlueKey account credentials and download Office 365 including Outlook.  Instructions for configuring Outlook for use with BlueM@il can be found here
• Outlook mobile app: Download the Outlook mobile app on iPhone or Android 
• Email app of your choice using DePaul login credentials

Important Note about the Outlook mobile app: If your mobile app is not able to connect with DePaul's mail server, here are the settings you will need to enter for your app to connect to our mail server:

• Account type: Exchange
• Domain: dpu
• Server: outlook.office365.com

Then input your BlueM@il email address and password.

Campus Connect is your gateway to many web-based services at DePaul. This is where you will register for classes, check your grades, view your tuition account, request transcripts, refill your Demon Express account, and much more. To log in, visit campusconnect.depaul.edu

Most computer systems at DePaul use your DePaul username and password. Students receive their DePaul login information via email from the Office of Admission, or through the student orientation. If you have forgotten your DePaul password, please use the Recover Password link, which is located at the bottom of the Campus Connect login page. Your password will be sent to your preferred email address. You can also obtain your password by by calling the Help Desk at (312) 362-8765 or visiting the nearest ID Card Office with a valid photo ID. Please check to see latest information about hours due to Covid-19.

Computers labs are located on all DePaul campuses. Students may use this free service with a valid DePaul ID Card. Computer lab hours may vary due to Covid-19.

Your CTA U-Pass provides unlimited rides on the CTA bus and rail systems during an academic term. It also functions as a Ventra card, allowing you to add funds to be used during university breaks. All students meeting the requirements are automatically enrolled in the program. If your eligibility changes before the last day to drop courses, your U-Pass will be adjusted accordingly.

U-Pass pick-up dates are held at the beginning of each quarter. Students must pick up CTA U-PASS cards in person, by presenting a valid DePaul ID Card. Your Ventra U-Pass is valid for 5 years. It will be deactivated and reactivated each quarter based on your enrollment. Do not discard your U-Pass, or you will be assessed a fee by the CTA for a replacement card.

Your DePaul ID Card serves as your official identification on campus. It can be used to make purchases using your Demon Express account or meal plan, and enables access to various DePaul buildings, computer labs, printers, and libraries. You should always have your ID Card on hand while on campus. New students receive their ID Card at student orientation. Students can also visit ID Services to obtain an ID card. ID Services office hours may vary due to Covid-19.

Demon Express is a prepaid debit account that is linked to your DePaul ID Card. Demon Express can be used at DePaul cafeterias, coffee shops, Barnes & Noble campus bookstores, libraries, printers, copiers, the Campus Copy Center, residence hall laundry rooms, and ID Card Services offices. You can add funds to this account by navigating to Campus Connect and selecting the Demon Express link. For more information, visit the Demon Express website and the Demon Express FAQs.

Desire 2 Learn (D2L) an electronic course management system used by many professors at DePaul. D2L gives you online access to course documents, discussion boards, assignment submission, an online gradebook, quizzes, and more. For more information about using D2L, as well as other technology available at DePaul, visit the Student Success Technology Page.

To log in, visit d2l.depaul.edu and use your DePaul username and password. If you need assistance using D2L, please contact the Help Desk.

iDePaul provides an effective communication channel for the university to reach students and distribute personalized announcements and notifications. The redesigned app is available today for students to download directly from either the Apple or Google Play store: http://onelink.to/cmr4vb.

The Genius Squad is DePaul's premiere support service for all current students. The Genius Squad offers free technical service and support for desktops, laptops, phones, tablets, and other personal electronic devices. The desk is staffed by some of DePaul's most technically adept students, many of whom are currently enrolled in our College of Computing and Digital Media, so you can trust that they'll have the answers you need. They can assist with wireless setup, virus and malware removal, hardware repair, RAM upgrades, phone configuration for access to email, and a variety of other technical services. 

Note: Genius Squad locations are temporarily closed due to COVID-19. For assistance, please contact the Help Desk at (312) 362-8765. Please visit The Genius Squad page for more information.

DePaul students can log in to LinkedIn Learning for unlimited FREE access to a vast online library of instructional videos covering the latest software, creative, and business skills. Taught by accomplished teachers and recognized industry experts, LinkedIn Learning is a high-quality resource for those looking to develop skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac & Windows, SPSS, databases, web design, social media, photography, audio & video, design, animation, business, and a wide range of other topics.

Office 365 has great services including Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and an address book for communicating with the University community. DePaul-owned computers come with Office 365 applications preloaded. Also access the cloud version of Office 365 applications or download them on your computer by following these instructions: 

1. Go to office365.depaul.edu
2. Login using your @depaul.edu email (CampusConnectUsername@depaul.edu) and your Campus Connect password.
3. On this page, you can access your @depaul.edu e-mail, Teams, OneDrive storage, and cloud-based versions of Office 365 applications like Word and Excel. You also have the option to install the Office apps on your computer for free.

The Intelliprint system allows students to print from DePaul computer labs. Students use their DePaul ID card to pay for prints and are entitled to a set amount of free printing per quarter. Additional funds can be added to Demon Express as needed.

You may also print to the Intelliprint system wirelessly, using the iPrint from Anywhere software. To print from your wirelessly from your computer, simply install iPrint from Anywhere on your computer, and you’re good to go.

Lincoln Park residence hall rooms are equipped with both high speed wired internet connections and wireless internet access. We recommend that you use the wired network as your primary internet connection in your residence hall room, as this network is faster and more secure than wireless networks.

In each residence hall, with the exception of Sheffield Square, one computer with our standard lab experience is available for student use. All residents also have the capacity to print using their personal computer to an Intelliprint printer located within each residence hall (including Sheffield Square).

For more information about technology offered in the residence halls, visit the Department of Housing.

To see current open positions and apply, visit Student Employment. When filtering your search by department, look for Information Services.

The Help Desk is your first point of contact for technical assistance. The Help Desk provides free assistance for current DePaul students. We support all DePaul wireless networks, telephones, email accounts and software. We troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software related issues with Mac and PC operating systems. Students can also visit The Genius Squad for free technical support.

WiFi network access is available on all DePaul campuses. To log into the wifi network:

1. Enable wifi on your device and navigate to the listing of avalable wifi networks.
2. Select depaul and click Connect.
3. Follow the on screen instructions to setup your wifi.
4. Once setup is complete you will be moved to the Eduroam wifi network for continued daily use on campus.
5. There is no need to reconnect to the depaul wifi network unless you need to run through the setup process again.

For more information about wifi access, visit our wifi page. If you experience diffuculty connecting, contact the Help Desk or visit the Genius Squad.

Students can now take advantage of a Zoom Pro license. Zoom is a modern enterprise video communications tool, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, collaboration, chat, and webinars across mobile devices, desktops, telephones, and room systems. The Pro license allows students to schedule their own Zoom video conferences with up to 300 users and no time limit. 

Getting Started outside of D2L

• Depaul.zoom.us
• Download Zoom for web browsers, Outlook extension, Desktop App and Mobile App
• Log in using your new @depaul.edu email address and existing Campus Connect password. Choose the “Sign in with SSO” option and specify the “depaul.zoom.us” domain, if prompted.

Getting Started with Zoom in D2L

• Getting Started with Zoom integrated in D2L
• Zoom Teaching Commons page

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