Student-Owned Computing

College of Engineering • NC State University

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Overview

What is SOC?

For Incoming Students

Welcome! Here's what you need to know.

Using Your Laptop

Make the most of the extensive campus resources.

Purchasing

Decisions, decisions. Here's our advice.

Assessment

Evaluating the process of learning with laptops.

For Faculty

Tools and resources for teaching with laptops.

Feedback

Let us know what you think!

Purchasing a Laptop

The College expects all incoming students to own a laptop or tablet. If you are planning to purchase one, here's some advice and statistics on what you'll need.

How to Purchase Available Models

Warranty Information

Laptop Satisfaction and Experience Statistics by Brand and Model

Recommended Specifications for Laptops

Using Financial Aid

Recommended Models and Pricing are Now Available!
April 14, 2008
Recommended models, pricing, and extended specifications are now featured on our purchasing page.

Incoming Freshmen Survey Results
September 19, 2007
The results of our annual incoming freshman computing survey are available! Click here to browse the results for this and previous years' results.