When you log into an Office 365 Application, such as Outlook Web App (OWA) for the first time, you will be asked to provide account recovery options. You must provide at least one of the two requested options (alternative email or phone number).

Step 1: Open My UCCS Account Page

Go to https://myaccount.uccs.edu/ and click on Update Recovery Options.

Step 2: Login with your UCCS Credentials

Login with your UCCS email address and password.

Step 3: Additional info required

You will see the following image. Click Next to add additional recovery information

Step 4: Set up the Authenticator App

You will be directed to the following page to set up recovery options. We highly recommend setting up the Microsoft Authenticator app.

Authenticator for AndriodAuthenticator for iOS


Additional Option: Phone Number

Step 1: I want to set up a different method

Select the link located on the bottom left titled "I want to set up a different method." You will be presented with a drop-down menu, select Phone then .

Do not use your campus phone number if you share an office with others.

If the phone is text message capable, click on text me. If you prefer to receive a phone call, click on call me.

Step 2: Verify Code

Enter the code that you received in a text message or via an automated call. Press Next