Computer Ownership Program

From using email to enhancing student-faculty communications to conducting academic research, computers allow you to accomplish a broad range of educational activities. Therefore, UC Davis expects every student to own a computer that meets certain minimum performance standards and that can connect effectively to the Internet. Minimum performance standards for:

For detailed information on the computer system you should invest in during your time at UC Davis, please visit the University Student Computer Ownership website:

• for laptop computers
• for desktop computers

The UC Davis Bookstore is committed to helping you meet this need. We offer several computer systems in desktop and laptop models that have been specially designed to meet or exceed the minimum performance standards set by UC Davis, along with software and accessories to enhance your computer system.

Purchasing without a Credit Card

Please stop by the TechHUB or give us a call at (530) 752-1945 if you have any questions, or would like to purchase your computer using a check, Financial Aid, or your Student ID card.

Microsoft Office Select

Microsoft Office products are available for student, staff and faculty of UC Davis only. You may choose from MS Office for Mac, Windows Standard or Windows Professional versions. A valid current UC Davis ID is necessary to purchase this product. Call (530) 752-2204 for more information.

The systems listed meet the UC Davis 2008-2009 Recommended Solutions requirements. New recommendations are being established and systems that will meet those requirements will be available for preview and ordering July 2008.