2025-2026 Requirements

Nursing students are required to have a laptop that meets the system requirements outlined by the Duquesne University School of Nursing.
An iPad may be purchased as an additional device to the laptop, but is not required.

Laptop

Mac or Windows required

  • Chromebooks are not compatible
  • Windows systems such as RT and S are not compatible

Mac:

  • Operating System: MacOS Sequoia (version 15) or later
  • Examples of compatible Apple laptops (estimated prices may vary)
    • 13” MacBook Air with M4 chip (Meets minimum requirement) (DU Price $899)
    • 15” MacBook Air with M4 chip (Meets expectations) (DU Price $1099)
  • The more expensive MacBook Pros are acceptable, but unnecessary.
  • Do not purchase a Mac with an Intel CPU
  • Apple “Back to School” promo for free AirPods 4 or $70 AirPods Pro 2.

Note: Apple computers from the Duquesne TechHub Computer Store can be purchased with an exclusive 4-Year Safeware warranty with accidental damage protection for an additional fee ($229-$289). This warranty includes repairs with no deductible. Please contact TechHub for current pricing.

Windows: 

  • Operating System: latest version of Windows 11
  • 10th Generation Intel i5 CPU or higher OR 3rd gen AMD Ryzen CPU or higher
  • 256+GB SSD storage and 8GB RAM minimum (16GB recommended)
  • Integrated webcam and microphone
  • Examples of compatible Windows laptops (estimated prices may vary)
    • Dell Pro Max Ultra (Meets expectations) (DU Price $1,495, Price after mail-in rebate $1,395) Includes 4 Year Dell CompleteCare Accidental Damage Warranty
    • Dell Pro Plus 14 2-in-1 (Exceeds expectations) (DU Price $1,875, Price after mail-in rebate $1,775) Includes 4 Year Dell CompleteCare Accidental Damage Warranty
  • Note: Dell computers purchased from the Duquesne TechHub include a 4 Year Dell CompleteCare Accidental Damage Warranty, no deductible, and onsite service through the campus store.

Laptops purchased from outside retailers may also be acceptable, provided they meet the specifications above. However, they are not supported by the campus store, cannot be repaired on-campus, and may not have an extended warranty included. Please contact the School of Nursing Office of Technology if you would like to confirm your computer is compatible. 

  • Additional TechHub bundle available for purchase with Mac or Dell laptops for $99.
  • Shipping available or pick up in-store.

 

The TechHub also offers loaner devices (while supplies available) if your device requires an extended amount of time to be repaired and is another benefit of purchasing from the campus store. 

iPad

In addition to a laptop, an iPad may be purchased as an additional device for use with eBooks and point-of-care apps. The iPad can be used at clinical, in the lab, and the classroom, but is not required. Laptops are also able to access all eBooks and resources.

  • iPad cellular service not required. Wi-Fi is available on campus.
  • Keyboard Case and/or Apple Pencil are acceptable, but not necessary.
  • iPadOS 18 minimum (beta versions are not compatible)
  • 128GB or greater
  • Example of acceptable iPads (estimated prices may vary)
    • iPad Air 11” 128GB (DU Price $549) + 2-Year warranty for additional $69.00
    • iPad Pro 11” 256GB (DU Price $899) + 2-Year warranty for additional $129.00

The TechHub also has a “Back to School” promo for a free Apple Pencil Pro and a tech bundle available for purchase. Shipping available or pick up in-store.

Software/Applications 

The Duquesne TechHub Computer Store sells computer and iPad hardware, software and warranties to students at educational discount prices. The TechHub is located in the Duquesne Union.

Note: Students are not required to buy their computer or iPad at the TechHub. However, only devices purchased through the TechHub can receive Duquesne’s warranty and are guaranteed to receive repair service from the campus store. 

Prices above are estimates and subject to change.