The University of Missouri School of Medicine offers a program that emphasizes a medical education focused on clinical experience and research. In order to help medical students in their clinicals and research, the School of Medicine recommends students obtain a laptop. Laptops are versatile tools that can help students in and out of the classroom, and it is important to be up to date with the latest computing devices being used in the medical field.
The school is a pioneer in the problem-based learning style of medical education that emphasizes problem solving, self-directed learning and early clinical experience.
Recommended Purchases
2025 School of Medicine laptop purchasing information: If you plan to purchase a laptop or you already own a laptop, it must meet the following specifications. Call for additional information.
Laptop Recommendations for Students| Purchasing a Laptop | Already Own a Laptop |
|---|
| 13th Generation Intel i5, Apple M4 or newer | 11th Generation Intel i5, Apple M2 or newer |
| 16GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
512GB + SSD
(SSD = Solid State Drive) | 256GB + SSD
(SSD = Solid State Drive) |
| HD or Retina® | HD or Retina® |
| Functioning web cam/mic | Functioning web cam/mic |
| Accidental Damage Coverage, 3–4 year | Accidental Damage Coverage, 3–4 year |
| Windows 11 ver. 24H2 or MacOS 15 (Sequoia) | Windows 11 ver. 23H2, MacOS 14 (Sonoma) or newer |
Recommended Software:
Microsoft Office 365 is available at no charge to all currently enrolled students and includes OneDrive with cloud storage. The Division of IT can install Microsoft Office during Summer Welcome or during move in.
Other Software: Print Anywhere and Cisco AnyConnect
Financial aid: To obtain additional funding for the purchase of a laptop, you can contact our financial aid coordinator at 573-882-9219.
Questions? If you have any questions regarding hardware and software purchases, contact the MU Campus IT Help Desk at 573-882-5000.
