Personal Computing Specifications

The University of Saint Mary is committed to helping students excel in their studies and to be prepared for their future employment.

To reach these goals – both inside and outside of the classroom – the University of Saint Mary requires students to have a Windows or Mac laptop only (Windows preferred). No tablets of any kind can be used for classwork (including Chromebooks, iPads, Android devices, etc.).

Beyond their studies here, students should know that regular exposure to, and use of, the latest in computer technology will better prepare them for the professional world. Today’s employers expect certain baseline competency with computers and common software applications, and many jobs will be out of reach without computer experience. USM intends to provide students with that experience, and to that end, the University of Saint Mary requires all new students have a laptop when they begin their studies.

Students are responsible for providing their own laptops, but the University of Saint Mary will provide them with the latest Microsoft Office Suite, at no cost to the student. Please note that laptops must be able to run the latest version of Microsoft Office.

For a full list of preferred specifications, visit https://stmary.edu/studentlifeatusm/campus-tech or call the university's Help Desk at 913-758-6188.