Student Technology Recommendations

Not sure what computer you need as a student at UWM? The information below will help you choose the best computer for you!

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Windows Device Recommendations

Component Name	Minimum Requirement	Preferred Recommendation
Processor (2018 or newer)	Intel Core i5 or Core Ultra AMD Ryzen 5	Intel Core i7 or Core Ultra 7 AMD Ryzen 7
RAM	16GB	32GB
Hard Drive	512GB Solid State Drive (SSD)	1TB Solid State Drive (SSD)
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1080 (Full HD/1080p)	1920 x 1080 (Full HD/1080p)
Operating System	Windows 11	Windows 11
Webcam & Microphone	Integrated Webcam & Microphone	Integrated HD Webcam & HD Microphone

Student discounts for Windows PC’s are offered by Dell, HP, Lenovo and other manufacturers.

Apple Device Recommendations

Component Name	Minimum Requirement	Preferred Recommendation
Processor	Any M-Series	M3 or newer
RAM	16GB	16GB+
Hard Drive	256GB Solid State Drive (SSD)	512GB+ Solid State Drive (SSD)
Operating System	macOS 15 Sequoia	macOS 26 Tahoe
Webcam & Microphone	Integrated Webcam & Microphone	Integrated Webcam & Microphone

Student discounts for Apple devices are offered at Apple’s Education Store.

Internet Recommendations

A reliable, high-speed internet connection is necessary for completing course work.

• 15 megabit per second (Mb/s) or better download speed.
• 5 megabit per second (Mb/s) or better upload speed.

Please note: a wireless hotspot or tethering from a cell phone will not be sufficient.

School & College Recommendations

Depending on your intended major, your school/college may have specific technology recommendations that do not align with the ones outlined above. Below is a list of schools/colleges with requirements that are different from above. You can also talk to your advisor about possible technology recommendations for your specific course load.

Software Resources

• Download Microsoft 365 Apps (FREE on up to 5 devices)
• UWM Software Shop
• OnTheHub (Academic software discounts)