Campus Devices
With the eWarrior Program, students are provided laptops with the specs and software to be successful in their degree programs
Be sure to check your major’s laptop recommendations before choosing whether you want a PC or a Mac.
Faculty and staff also have supported technology options including computers, docking stations, monitors, scanners, and printers.
2025 Student Laptop Options
- i5 135U processor
- 16GB RAM
- 13.3-inch 1920×1200 WUXGA LED UWVA Anti-Glare Touchscreen, with Webcam
- Integrated: Intel® Graphics
- 256 GB NVMe SSD
- Long Life 56Whr Fast Charge 3 Cell Battery
- Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 Type-C) Ports
- Two USB 3.1 Ports
- One HDMI 1.4 Port
- 5mm headphone jack
- Windows 11 Education Edition
- Apple M4 chip with 10 core CPU, 10 core GPU, 16 core Neural Engine
- 16GB unified memory
- 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display with True Tone
- 1080p FaceTime HD camera
- 256GB SSD storage
- 6-Whr lithium polymer battery
- Touch ID
- MagSafe 3 charging port
- Two Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 Type-C) Ports
- 5mm headphone jack
- macOS Sequoia
Departmental Laptop Recommendations
Some academic departments require a specific laptop model, while others have a strong recommendation.
If an academic program is not listed here, then you are free to choose either the Apple Mac or Windows PC model. These recommendations are reviewed and updated annually.
Talk to your academic advisor if you have questions about laptop recommendations.
| College or Department | Academic Program(s) | Laptop Model |
|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Art (Teaching) | Mac |
| Art & Design | Graphic Design | Mac required |
| Art & Design | Studio Art | Mac |
| Biology | Allied Health Biology | PC or Mac |
| Biology | Cell & Molecular Biology | PC or Mac |
| Biology | Ecology | PC or Mac |
| Biology | Environmental Science (Biology) | PC or Mac |
| Biology | Life Science (Teaching) | PC or Mac |
| Biology | Pre-Physical Therapy | PC or Mac |
| Biology | Radiography | PC or Mac |
| Business | Accounting | PC |
| Business | Business Administration | PC required |
| Business | Economics | PC |
| Business | Finance | PC |
| Business | Human Resources Management | PC required |
| Business | Management Information Systems | PC required |
| Business | Marketing | PC |
| Chemistry | Biochemistry (ACS) | PC |
| Chemistry | Chemistry | PC |
| Chemistry | Chemistry (Teaching) (ACS) | PC |
| Chemistry | Chemistry & Physical Science (Teaching) | PC |
| Communication Studies | Applied Communication Studies | PC or Mac |
| Computer Science | Computer Science | PC or Mac |
| Education | Elementary Education (Teaching) | PC or Mac |
| Education | Physical Education (Teaching) | PC or Mac |
| Education | Special Education (Teaching) | PC or Mac |
| Engineering | Composite Materials Engineering | PC required |
| Engineering | General Engineering | PC required |
| English | Applied Linguistics | PC or Mac |
| English | Language & Literature | PC or Mac |
| English | Teaching English as a Second Language | PC or Mac |
| English | Writing | PC or Mac |
| Geoscience | Earth Science (Teaching) | PC required |
| Geoscience | Environmental Science (Geoscience) | PC required |
| Geoscience | Geology | PC required |
| Geoscience | Geoscience | PC required |
| Global Studies & World Languages | Global Studies | PC or Mac |
| Global Studies & World Languages | World Studies | PC or Mac |
| Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences | Clinical Exercise Science | PC |
| Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences | Community Health | PC |
| Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences | Exercise Science | PC |
| Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences | Movement Science | PC |
| Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences | Public Health | PC or Mac |
| Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative Sciences | School Health (Teaching) | PC |
| History & Legal Studies | History | PC or Mac |
| History & Legal Studies | Law & Society | PC or Mac |
| History & Legal Studies | Paralegal Studies | PC or Mac |
| History & Legal Studies | Social Science History (Teaching) | PC or Mac |
| Mass Communication | Advertising | Mac |
| Mass Communication | Creative Digital Media | Mac |
| Mass Communication | Public Relations | Mac |
| Mathematics & Statistics | Mathematics | PC or Mac |
| Mathematics & Statistics | Statistics | PC or Mac |
| Music | Music | PC or Mac |
| Music | Music Business | PC or Mac |
| Music | Music Education (Teaching) | PC or Mac |
| Music | Music Performance | PC or Mac |
| Nursing | Nursing | PC or Mac |
| Nursing | Nursing RN-to-BS | PC or Mac |
| Philosophy | Philosophy | PC or Mac |
| Physics | Physics | PC required |
| Political Science & Public Administration | Political Science | PC or Mac |
| Political Science & Public Administration | Public Administration | PC or Mac |
| Psychology | Psychology | PC or Mac |
| Recreation, Tourism & Therapeutic Recreation | Recreation & Tourism | PC or Mac |
| Recreation, Tourism & Therapeutic Recreation | Therapeutic Recreation | PC or Mac |
| Social Work | Social Work | PC or Mac |
| Sociology & Criminal Justice | Criminal Justice | PC or Mac |
| Sociology & Criminal Justice | Geography | PC or Mac |
| Sociology & Criminal Justice | Sociology | PC or Mac |
| Theatre & Dance | Dance | Mac |
| Theatre & Dance | Theatre | Mac |
| Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies | Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies | PC or Mac |
When do I get my laptop?
New students and transfer students will receive information about the eWarrior Digital Life and Learning program and how to get a laptop when they attend group registration.
New students who do not register during group registration should contact the Technical Support Center for laptop information.
Rochester students should check with their academic advisor to determine if they will be automatically enrolled in the eWarrior Digital Life and Learning program.
If you are part of the eWarrior program, you will receive information during group registration.
Any WSU Rochester Campus student can voluntarily participate in the program with the same fees as other participants.
If you would like to join the laptop program, contact technicians in room CF122 or call 507.457.5240.
Part-time students and graduate students can participate in the eWarrior Digital Life and Learning program.
If you would like to join the laptop program, contact the Technical Support Center to schedule a pick-up time.
You will be contacted by email when it is time to exchange your device.
Laptop are exchanged for newer models when they are about 2 years old, usually during the summer or beginning of fall semester.
Students can switch from a PC to a Mac or a Mac to a PC during the normal 2-year exchange without a fee.
There is a $50 platform switch fee to switch models before the exchange period. Assuming the alternate laptop is in stock:
- Priority switches are given to students when the desired platform is required by their major
- Platform switches outside the normal two-year rotation must be requested within the first two weeks of each semester
- No platform switches will be allowed during the senior laptop sale
Contact the Technical Support Center to request a switch outside of the normal 2-year exchange.
When a student graduates, they are eligible to purchase their laptop.
Once you are accepted for graduation, you’ll receive information about the dates, times, and terms of the sale. Sale terms are negotiated each year.
Learn more about the Laptop Sale for WSU Grads.
Report the incident to the Tech Support as soon as possible. The eWarrior Digital Life and Learning agreement explains responsibilities and fees.
Just in Time Support: Library 105
- Monday-Thursday: 7:30am–8pm
- Friday: 7:30am–5pm
- Saturday: 10am-5pm
- Sunday: 1–8pm
During breaks and holidays, the DLC is open during the same hours as Krueger Library.