Computer Requirements for Students

Summary

In order to be successful in your courses, we suggest these minimum computer specifications.

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IMPORTANT:

  • These are intended to be current minimum specifications for your computer to be successful in classes. You may wish to exceed these recommendations. If you have regular access to the open-access computer labs on campus, such computers already meet or exceed the suggested specifications.
  • Devices meeting only minimum specifications may need to be replaced during your tenure at Missouri State.
  • Your department may have additional program-specific requirements.
  • Chromebooks, iPads, or other tablet devices should be considered supplemental and are not sufficient to complete all necessary course work.

OPERATING SYSTEM

Latest Windos/macOS operating system (Windows 11, macOS 15 Sequoia)
Configure to automatically install the latest security updates

PROCESSOR

Modern processor (i5, AMD, Apple Silicon) or greater

MEMORY

8GB RAM or greater; 256GB SSD or greater

WEB BROWSERS

Configure to automatically install the latest security updates

PRODUCTIVITY

Microsoft Office 365 -  Free for enrolled Missouri State students

PERMISSIONS

Sufficient permissions on your device to install and modify software programs

INTERNET SERVICE

Access to broadband internet

ACCESSORIES
  • Webcam, microphone, and audio output
  • A headset is highly encouraged
  • USB-C (with DP-Alt mode) or Thunderbolt 3/4 is highly encouraged
CELL PHONE &
MICROSOFT
AUTHENTICATOR APP

Logging in to Missouri State resources like email and Brightspace requires an authenticator app, a text message, or a phone call,
so students will need access to a cell phone.

We recommend using the Microsoft Authenticator app
on an iPhone or Android smartphone.

COMPATIBILITY

Check your system compatibility for the following programs:

 

 

 

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Article ID: 107376
Created
Mon 5/11/20 6:05 PM
Modified
Thu 5/8/25 2:22 PM

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