Rescheduled: MFA for CUNY Microsoft Apps Starts July 8

Dear City College Community,

We are writing to share the new date regarding the implementation of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for CUNY Microsoft Apps. CUNY has rescheduled the enforcement of MFA to July 8, 2025, instead of the previously indicated July 2 (tomorrow). This extra time allows users to complete enrollment and prepare for the new security requirement.

This update applies to Microsoft 365 apps accessed through the CUNY-provided Microsoft license (Word, Excel, Teams, OneDrive, etc.) using your CUNY Login ID (@login.cuny.edu). As a reminder, MFA has already been implemented for your @ccny.cuny.edu email and is not affected by this change.

Here’s how the change affects you:

• City College Email (No change): MFA remains in place for your @ccny.cuny.edu account. No action is needed here.
• CUNY Microsoft Apps (New enforcement): Starting July 8, MFA will be required to access Microsoft 365 apps tied to your "@login.cuny.edu" account.

Once enrolled, you will see two accounts in your Microsoft Authenticator app:

• One for your City College email (@ccny.cuny.edu)
• One for your CUNY Microsoft Apps (@login.cuny.edu)

Please note that this is expected and normal. These represent two distinct accounts provided through different systems, both now secured with MFA.

We encourage all users to continue enrolling in MFA as soon as possible. Step-by-step instructions are available in the CUNY IT Help Knowledge Base article:
Where do I find instructions on setting up Microsoft Multi-factor Authentication?

Thank you for your attention and for supporting our efforts to strengthen digital security.

The Office of Information Technology