Connect to the Eduroam WiFI

Overview

This article details the steps to connect to the Eduroam WiFi. 

VCCS has added a new wireless network called Eduroam. When you travel to other colleges and institutions you can connect to Eduroam for Internet access. All colleges and universities in Virginia have it, as do certain hospitals and museums. There are thousands of participating Eduroam hotspots in the continental US as well as world-wide. The goal of Eduroam is to allow you to travel from one institution to another without having to search for, and log onto guest networks. Take advantage of this convenience and setup Eduroam on your wireless device.

Note: This article was adapted from Eduroam: Worldwide Wi-Fi Roaming Service.

Connect to Eduroam

  1. Download the GetEduroam app.

  2. This is the simplest way, especially if you are using an Android device. The app can be installed and set up even if you are not on campus and will guide you through the process of onboarding your device to connect to Eduroam. Download the app from the following links:

  1. Once you’ve downloaded and installed the app, search for Virginia Community College System (not your local college!) in the organization list. Then simply follow the prompts.

  2. To connect your device manually, follow the instructions for your device type: Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS (iPhone / iPad). You will need to be in an area where Eduroam is broadcasting.

Windows

  1. In the lower-right corner of your screen, click the network icon on the taskbar. In some cases, you will need to click the up arrow before you will see the network icon.

  2. For Windows 11, the quick settings window will appear. Click the arrow to the right of the network icon, which is in the upper left corner of the quick settings window.

  3. Click eduroam.

  4. Click Connect.

  5. In the Username text field, type your full VCCS email address for the username (xxxx@email.vccs.edu).

  6. In the Password text field, type your password.

  7. Click OK.

  8. If asked to accept a certificate, follow the prompts to accept or install the certificate.

MacOS

  1. From the Apple drop-down, click System Settings.

  2. In the left menu column, click Wi-Fi.

  3. In the right pane, under Other Networks, click eduroam.

  4. In the Username: text field, type your full VCCS email address for the username (xxxx@email.vccs.edu).

  5. In the Password: text field, type your password.

  6. Click Join.

  7. If asked to accept a certificate, follow the prompts to accept or install the certificate.

Alternatively, the Eduroam Configuration Assistance Tool can be used for MacOS. Instructions can be found here.

Android

  1. Open the App Drawer by swiping up from the bottom of the screen or tapping on the grid icon usually located at the bottom center of the home screen.

  2. Tap the Settings app.

  3. From the menu, tap on Connections or Network & Internet (varies by device).

  4. Tap on Wi-Fi or Internet (varies by device).

  5. Tap eduroam.

  6. Enter the following settings if they are not already selected:

    1. From the EAP method drop-down field, tap PEAP.

    2. From the Phase 2 authentication drop-down field, tap MSCHAPv2.

    3. From the CA certificate drop-down field, tap Use system certificates.

    4. In the Domain text field, type: email.vccs.edu.

    5. In the Identity text field, enter your full VCCS email address for the username (xxxx@email.vccs.edu).

    6. Clear the Anonymous identity text field so that it is empty.

    7. In the Password text field, type your password.

  7. Tap Connect.

iOS (iPhone / iPad)

  1. On the home screen, tap Settings.

  2. Tap Wi-Fi.

  3. Tap eduroam.

  4. In the Username text field, type your full VCCS email address for the username (xxxx@email.vccs.edu).

  5. In the Password text field, type your password.

  6. Tap Join.

  7. If asked to accept a certificate, follow the prompts to accept or install the certificate.

Additional Resources

Eduroam: Worldwide Wi-Fi Roaming Service

Contact Information

If you experience any issues following these steps, please contact the IT Help Desk by phone at 703-426-4141 or through the IT Help Desk NOVAnet Page.

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