Cloud Services

This service offers centrally-managed cloud services through various vendors, including Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure to University researchers, departments, and staff.

What's Included

• Consulting on specific cloud services to help ensure we match the right solution to your needs considering cost, platform, and feature set.
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Microsoft Azure
• Assistance enrolling in UMN Cloud Services.
• The best pricing.
• Appropriate security.
• University policy-compliant environment for projects.

What's Not Included

• Funding to cover service usage fees.

What You Need to Do

• Consult with a member of the Research Services Team.
• Review available platforms, training, and pricing.
  • AWS
    • Getting Started with AWS
    • AWS Pricing Calculator
  • Google Cloud Platform
    • Overview
  • Azure
    • Azure on Microsoft Learn
    • Azure Certifications and Exams
    • Azure Pricing Calculator

• Fill out Cloud Account Request form