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Kansas State University

IT Help Desk
Kansas State University
214 Hale Library
Manhattan, KS 66506
785-532-7722
800-865-6143 (toll-free)
helpdesk@k-state.edu
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College and department recommendations

Several K-State academic colleges and departments have specific recommendations for students majoring in their fields of study. Before making any computer purchase, check with your college, department, and/or advisor.

Agriculture

Follow the technology recommendations for undergraduates in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness.

Architecture, Planning and Design

Due to the use of CAD, 3D and GIS applications, CAPD recommends professional workstation class computer systems for students in their second and third year. The K-State guidelines are sufficient for first year students.

Arts and Sciences

A college-level recommendation is not available. Check with your department or advisor. Macs are recommended for majors in art and journalism.

Business Administration

Follow the K-State guidelines for student computer purchases.

Education

The college's computer recommendations for education majors include an Apple Mac environment.

Engineering

Follow the K-State guidelines for student computer purchases.

Human Ecology

Follow the K-State guidelines for student computer purchases. The only exceptions are Interior Design, and Apparel and Textiles recommendations.

K-State Salina

Follow the K-State guidelines for student computer purchases.

Veterinary Medicine

The College of Veterinary Medicine has implemented a Student Computing Initiative, where every first-year student enrolling at the college receives a new, convertible laptop computer as part of their technology fee. For more information, review the college's student computing information page.