Texas Christian University: laptop requirements

Yes — a conforming laptop is required. Texas Christian University publishes a minimum specification students are required to meet.

📌 This is a requirement, and it is university-wide. It applies to Texas Christian University undergraduates generally. Confirm the current intake's tier before buying.

The published specification

Operating system: Minimum: Windows 11

Processor: Minimum: Core u5 or i5 Processor; Recommended: Core u7 or i7 Processor

Memory (RAM): Minimum: 16 GB RAM; Recommended: 32 GB RAM

Storage: Minimum: 512 GB; Recommended: 1TB

What this specification rules out

"All business students are required to have a PC laptop or notebook. Mac and Chromebook devices may not support required coursework functionality." And: "An Apple/Mac computer with PC software is not the same. There are critical differences in keystrokes and other functions that are taught in class. Google Chromebooks will also not have the required functionality."

Also listed on the same page

Type: WINDOWS PC. Productivity Tools: "Microsoft Office: Access to Microsoft online and ability to download and install Microsoft for free is available to all students". Separate non-hardware requirement: "Microsoft Office 365 certification is required for all business majors" — students "must pass PowerPoint and Excel in your first year by the published deadline to continue as a business student beyond the first year".

Source

Taken from Texas Christian University's own published page: https://neeley.tcu.edu/current-students/undergraduate-resources.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 Texas Christian University

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

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