Student Laptop Requirement

All undergraduate and graduate students

When entering UNC Charlotte, students are required to have a personal laptop computer to support their college experience. Students can bring a laptop they already have or choose to buy a new laptop from any vendor. Please note: Chromebooks, iPads, tablets, and mobile devices do not meet this requirement. These recommended hardware specs will ensure you have the power, speed, and memory to be Niner Ready. Be sure to see college-specific IT needs for additional guidance.

If your laptop needs repair, you can take it into the NinerTech Store in the Popp Martin Student Union.

Important Exceptions by College

Belk College of Business (BCOB) & College of Computing and Informatics (CCI) Students: All students are required to have a laptop with the Windows operating system.
College of Arts + Architecture (COA+A) Students: The NinerReady bundle is not suitable for your program’s requirements; visit the college-specific IT page for more information.
William States Lee College of Engineering Students: Engineering students are required to follow these special hardware recommendations. Preconfigured systems that meet these specifications are available for purchase through the NinerTech Store. For additional guidance, please visit your college-specific IT page.

Niner Ready Laptop Bundles

If you need a new laptop, you can choose to purchase one from any vendor or choose a Niner Ready Bundle from the NinerTech Store. Niner Ready Bundles meet all of the recommended hardware specs and streamline access to on-campus services and support from the NinerTech Store. Bundles include education discounts through the NinerTech Store.

Dell Niner Ready Bundle

Includes the Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 laptop + 4-year Dell Premium Support warranty, including accidental damage on-campus support by the NinerTech Store, and 24/7 Dell tech support for $1579.99 + tax.

Dell Ready Bundle

Apple Niner Ready Bundle

Includes the 15-inch MacBook Air laptop + 4-year NinerCare warranty with accidental damage, one year of theft protection, and on-campus support and service by the NinerTech Store. With the Mac education discount* it is $1,599 + tax.

Apple Ready Bundle