Laptop Recommendations
Learn about the laptop specifications and minimums you’ll need to complete coursework as a computer science student at Seattle University.
Recommended Specification
16GB memory
512GB SSD minimum disk space
64 bit quad core processor (Core i5/i7, 8th generation or higher)
Minimum Specification
8GB memory
256GB SSD minimum disk space
64 bit dual core processor (Core i5/i7, 8th generation or higher)
If you are purchasing a new laptop, please use the recommended specification above. If you already have a laptop that meets the minimum specification above, it should work well for most of your courses. Senior-level electives and graduate courses may have computational requirements above the minimum stated. Please contact the course instructor to learn about specific elective/graduate course requirements.
There may be loaner laptops available through the Lemieux Library. Please contact them to learn more.