Creative Technologies
College of Architecture, Arts, and Design
2025-26 Baseline Minimum System Requirements
For All Incoming Undergraduate Students
Platform
Mac (recommended)
Laptop
Operating System
macOS 13 or higher
Processor Speed
Apple M2 chip or higher
Memory (RAM)
16 GB or more (32 GB or more ideal)
Storage
Minimum 1 TB SSD (Solid State Drive)
Webcam
Built-in or external with built in microphone (headset/earbuds recommended)
Wireless
Wi-Fi Capable
Warranty
AppleCare +
Software
Software Suite*
*Students are required to purchase the Incoming Undergraduate Software Bundle through the Virginia Tech Software Service Center. More information can be found at Student Software Center.
Included Products: Microsoft Windows Operating System with Microsoft Office 365 Pro Plus
Platform: macOS and Windows
Eligibility: Valid while enrolled in undergraduate classes at Virginia Tech
Note: Office 365 Pro Plus can be downloaded and installed on up to five machines and Office mobile apps can be installed on up to five mobile devices.
AND
An Adobe Creative Cloud subscription is mandatory for Creative Technologies, Graphic Design, and Studio Art majors.
Backup
Any backup method, including cloud-based services like Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive.
Contact
DongSoo Choi
540-231-0948
dongsoochoi@vt.edu
For more information, see the SOVA New Students webpage.