Blackboard Login
Blackboard is where you can find many of your online courses
Blackboard downtime - 6:00 to 7:00 a.m. CST every weekday. Do not use Blackboard during this maintenance window.
Use Supported Blackboard Technology
This is especially important when taking tests or quizzes, or completing assignments
- Blackboard Browser Checker ToolBrowser check tools are a starting point; course requirements may vary depending on materials added by the instructor.
Do Not use Edge or Safari
There are problems with file uploads and attachments with Blackboard or Student email when using Edge or Safari browsers.
Use Firefox or Chrome
- How to allow cookies, pop-ups or clear browser cache For Blackboard: Cookies and Javascript must be enabled. Allow pop-ups.
Chromebooks:
May not be compatible with all Blackboard features or some content added to Blackboard as Chromebooks are not a supported operating system.
Tablets and Mobile:
Some, but not all, features and content in Blackboard may be available on your device. Do not use a Chromebook, tablet, or a mobile device to take a test or quiz.
If you experience issues accessing Blackboard content, use a compatible computer and browser.
Blackboard Student Mobile App
iOS or Android
Free
New features roll out often
You will need to periodically login to the app.
You cannot take an online course completely from a mobile device or tablet. Some features and content are not available through the mobile app
- Blackboard app for studentsHow-To Guides and Help from Blackboard
Troubleshooting - If the app is not working:
- Try clearing the app history and cache
- Next, try uninstalling and reinstalling the app
Blackboard Mobile App - Features and Limitations
Blackboard Student app allows you to view content - announcements, discussions, grades, some text content like blogs and journals, and some media content.
Mobile apps should not be used for: Taking tests or quizzes
Some content cannot be viewed on mobile devices. For example:
- Media such as Flash, Java, or Quicktime video may not play on all mobile devices.
- 3rd party programs or links (Connect, mymathlab, Films on Demand, McGraw Hill, etc) may not be compatible with your mobile device.
Use a non-mobile device when taking tests or whenever the content is not accessible on your mobile device.