Student Computer Requirements

While all Drexel students are required to own a Personal Computer for their studies, they may not have the same requirements as other programs within the University. Students looking to purchase computers for their coursework at CNHP should stay near these guidelines for a smooth experience throughout.

  • CNHP Programs require particular compatibility requirements. Be sure to review CNHP-specific hardware requirements and guidelines before making your personal computer purchase.
  • Drexel University IT offers some helpful resources to assist students with purchasing decisions. For example, information on how students can purchase computers can be found here.

All CNHP Programs require students to have a Windows* or Mac OS laptop. Tablet Devices (such as iPads) are considered supplemental devices, and not should be considered as a primary laptop due to lack of software support.

*You should avoid purchasing a device with Windows S as it is not a full-featured version of the Windows Operating System and may not function properly with software used at Drexel.

Regardless of computer chosen, we recommend purchasing the extended warranty option to last you through the duration of your coursework. In addition, it is very important to consider investing in a backup solution. CrashPlan is a great cloud backup solution that is already in use at Drexel on Drexel-owned computers and is available for personal use for a yearly fee.

SOFTWARE 

AntiVirus

Exams

Statistical Analysis (SPSS)

PROGRAM LEVEL SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

Undergraduate

Graduate

Doctoral

Recommended Specifications

Component Recommendation
Processor (CPU) PC: Intel Core i5, i7, or i9 (not i3)
Mac: Apple M1 or later
Operating System PC: Windows 11
Mac: MacOS 14 or later
Memory (RAM) Minimum: 8 GB, Recommended: 16 GB
Network (Ethernet) PC: Either Integrated Ethernet or USB to Ethernet Adapter
Mac: Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter
Network (Wireless) Dual-Band 2.4 - 5 GHz Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n
Display & Graphics Card You can purchase the manufacturer recommended graphics card if you will use the computer primarily for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and basic web browsing.

If you will be reviewing videos or working with graphics-intensive applications, we recommend using a more powerful graphics card.
Storage (Hard Drive) Solid State Drive, 256GB or larger. 512GB or larger recommended
Camera & Microphone For proctored exams and virtual communications, all computers should be equipped with a webcam and microphone.
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