Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat
Overview
Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is a browser-based AI tool that helps users generate content, summarize information, automate tasks, and more. Available at no cost to Texas A&M students and employees, it provides a secure environment for AI-powered productivity.
Data Security Compliance
- Allowed Data: University-Confidential
- FERPA: Allowed
- HIPAA: Use Caution
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Restricted Data
- Not Allowed: Export and IRB controlled data, Government ID Numbers, Personal Health and Financial records, Sensitive Personal Information
Getting Started
Log in to Copilot Chat with your NetID and password.
Look for the "protected" badge to ensure enterprise data protection is active. Use the Microsoft Edge browser for full compatibility.
Request
The Microsoft 365 Copilot license is a separate product available to university employees as an add-on license for an additional fee. Purchase Microsoft Copilot License in the Software Center.
Service Details
Microsoft Copilot Chat is available to Microsoft A5 license holders at Texas A&M, TAMU-Galveston, and Texas A&M Health for no charge. Data remains within Texas A&M’s enterprise environment and no chat data is saved or used to train models.
For the full Microsoft 365 Copilot experience, you can purchase a Copilot license for your Microsoft account for an additional fee. The Copilot license allows Copilot to be embedded into popular Microsoft 365 apps (Word, Excel, Teams, etc.) and offers a more integrated experience with AI.
Guidelines
- Always log in with your Texas A&M NetID to activate security features.
- Do not use restricted data.
- Validate AI-generated content for accuracy.
- Use only approved university storage for sensitive data.
Data Restrictions
Some types of data are not allowed in Microsoft Copilot Chat. Learn more about the types of data restricted from use.
Contact Information
Last Modified: November 7, 2025