Computer Requirement

Georgia Tech Campus Computer Requirement

All undergraduate students enrolled at Georgia Tech are required to own a computer and to configure their systems in compliance with the institute's guidelines.  The campus requirement is established by the Student Computer Ownership Committee and it reviewed and updated annually.

 

Georgia Tech Computer Ownership Program

Student Computer Ownership Program Brochure for Fall 2007 (pdf file)
Each year the Student Computing Ownership committee publishes software/hardware guidelines that students can reference when purchasing and configuring their computers.  The guidelines outline minimum hardware requirements for desktop and laptop systems and details the standardized software suite supported by campus.  In addition,  the brochure describes additional technology services offered to Georgia Tech students as well as an FAQ section 

Technology Center at Georgia Tech Bookstore
The Technology Center at the Georgia Tech bookstore can assist with any hardware/software purchases or questions relating to Georgia Tech’s student

Financial Considerations
On request, a one-time $1500 adjustment can be made to a student's Cost of Attendance for purposes of determining his or her eligibility for student financial assistance. A receipt showing computer purchase costs will be required at the start of the first term.  Additional information can be found on the financial aid website http://www.finaid.gatech.edu/ or email finaid@gatech.edu

Office of Information Technology (OIT)
The Office of Information Technology offers technology and services that enable students to focus on academic pursuits and activities that enhance the student experience

College of Architecture Computer Recommendations

Due to the types of image-heavy and memory-demanding software used in our courses, the College of Architecture has added the following recommendations for those students who will be entering our College.

Hardware Recommendations (Adobe Acrobat pdf file)

Please check with your program office for a recommended list of software.