Deciding Whether to Bring a Computer

One of the biggest questions that comes up as you're preparing to start college is whether or not you'll need to bring a computer to campus. The answer is no, you don't have to bring a computer. The University provides students access to computer labs, software, and printers; however, the following pages provide computer resource information (where you can use the University's computers or buy computers and software on campus) and, if you choose to purchase a computer, what specifications your computer should meet.

Please select the link below that best relates to your computer situation:

• You aren't planning on bringing a computer to campus

• You already own a computer and will bring it to campus

• You are planning on purchasing a new computer