Choosing the Right Computer for Your Academic Needs

While our campus labs are fully equipped with high-performance Apple® and PC systems, having your own computer can provide greater flexibility and convenience—especially for working on assignments outside of lab hours.

Whether you’re team Dell or Apple, we’ve got you covered. Buy through us and get access to educational discounts.

Computer Recommendations

Choosing the right computer is a personal decision based on your needs, preferences, and budget. To help you get started, we’ve provided links to recommendations by college.

• College of Art and Design
• College of Engineering Technology
• College of Science
• Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences
• Kate Gleason College of Engineering
• National Technical Institute for the Deaf
• Saunders College of Business

Please note that the following colleges do not list specific computer recommendations:

• College of Health Sciences and Technology
• College of Liberal Arts
• School of Individualized Study

Get Help

Once you’re on campus, the RIT Service Center is here to help with your tech needs. Visit help.rit.edu to search for answers, access chat support or open a support ticket.