Technology Requirements

School of Education students should have a PC or Mac laptop to bring to class. Laptops should meet or exceed the following criteria:

PC Laptop
Processor: Intel Core i5 or i7
RAM: 8 GB or more (16 GB recommended)
Hard Drive: 500 GB or larger
Operating System: Windows 11
Network Card: Gigabit Ethernet port/adapter
Wireless: 802.11ac
Camera & Audio: Built-in webcam and microphone
Warranty: At least 3 years (onsite support service with accidental damage coverage)
Software: Microsoft Office

Students may take advantage of special pricing offered through UM IT Partners.

Mac Laptop
Processor: M1 or M2
RAM: 4 GB or more (8 GB recommended)
Hard Drive: 500 GB or larger
Additional Storage: USB Flash Drive
Operating System: Mac OS X
Network Card: Gigabit Ethernet port/adapter
Wireless: 802.11ac
Camera & Audio: Built-in webcam and microphone
Warranty: AppleCare Protection Plan (Does not cover accidental damage)
Software: Microsoft Office

Students may take advantage of special pricing offered through UM IT Partners.