Louisiana State University: laptop requirements

Yes — a conforming laptop is required. Louisiana State University (Bert S) publishes a minimum specification students are required to meet: 16GB RAM, 1TB storage.

📌 This is a requirement, and it is college-specific. It binds the Bert S, not necessarily every Louisiana State University student — check your own program before buying.

The published specification

Operating system: Win 11

Processor: Intel Core i7 (row label: "CPU (no Celeron)")

Memory (RAM): 16GB RAM

Storage: 1TB

Graphics: Built In (row label: "Video")

What this specification rules out

"Mac computers are not compatible with the software used in Construction Management courses. Students should not use a Mac for this program."

Also listed on the same page

Display: WXGA/WSXGA ("Size is user preference"). Wireless: 802.11g/n/ac ("Must be compatible with WPA-Enterprise/PEAP Security"). Video conferencing capabilities minimum of 3.0 Mbps (up/down). HD Camera: Built In or External. Speakerphone: Built In or External. Microphone: Built In or External. Printer: Access To or Have. Listed separately as "Useful Upgrades" (NOT required): Memory greater than 16GB; Hard Disk SSD - 256GB or greater; Display FHD/UHD; Video 2GB or larger discreet adapter.

Source

Taken from Louisiana State University's own published page: https://www.lsu.edu/eng/cm/academics/undergraduate/compreq.php. Verified 2026-08-25. Specifications change every intake, so confirm against that page before you buy.

Laptops that meet this specification

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Packing for Louisiana State University

A laptop is one line on a longer list. See the full Louisiana State University dorm packing list for bedding, storage and the rest of move-in.

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