Incoming Student Computer Requirements

Purpose

The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of what computer requirements exist across the university's colleges.

Target Audience

  • Vanderbilt University Community

    • Undergraduate Students

    • Graduate and Professional Students

  • VUIT Internal Knowledge

Description

The University as a whole does not have a policy or specific suggestion for what type of workstation to bring. Several of the individual schools have some suggestions for minimum requirements.

Resolution

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Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management

Additional Information

​​​​​​​​​​​Instructions for purchasing a laptop through the bookstore

Where can I get additional software?

Registering your warranty

  • It is important to remember to register the warranty when you purchase any computer. The warranty will be attached to each computer’s serial number. The manufacturer will provide instructions for registering your warranty online. You will not be able to receive service if the serial number is not registered.

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