Exploring Natural Resources (undecided)

2025-26 Baseline Minimum System Requirements

For All Incoming Undergraduate Students

*For a number of majors within CNRE there is a geospatial component to the curriculum and as such, those applications are traditionally PC/Windows based. Because of that, if you choose a Macintosh computer you will need to install a Windows virtual machine (VM) of some kind, which will require extra time and potentially extra costs.

*Mac: If your major requires use of a Windows based software product, please note that new Macs with the Apple M2 chip may not run the required Windows based software locally. You should only purchase an Apple M2 chip Mac if your major requires you to run a Windows based product and they either provide remote access to a Windows operating system or confirm the required software will run with an M2 chip Mac. Please check with your major before you purchase an Apple M2 chip Mac.

*Students are required to purchase the Incoming Undergraduate Software Bundle through the Virginia Tech Software Service Center. See the Student Software Center for more information.

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.