Recommended Computer Specifications for School of Public Policy


Hardware and software specifications
Operating systems
  • Windows 11
  • macOS 14 Sonoma
  • macOS 15 Sequoia
  • macOS 26 Tahoe
Processors
  • Intel Core i5
  • Intel Core i7
  • Apple M4
  • Apple M5
Memory
  • 16 GB
  • 32 GB
Storage
  • 512 GB SSD
Software
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Office 365
  • STATA
Features and accessories
  • Dedicated Graphics Card
  •  Touchscreen Display
  • Webcam (if not built-in)
  • USB or USB-C ethernet adapter (for residence halls)