Computer Discounts for Students & Personal Use

Summary

Device discounts available to Pitt students, and for personal use by faculty and staff, through partner vendors. Covers Dell's Member Purchase Program, Dell and Apple options at Tech on Fifth (the University Store on Fifth), and Apple education pricing, plus links to each.

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Overview

If you’re considering a new computer for the upcoming academic year, Pitt Digital offers device and configuration recommendations just for you. Specific machines are not required: if you already have a Windows, Mac, or Linux laptop that meets your needs and the configuration recommendations, including a current, supported operating system, it is not necessary to buy a new one.

Detail

Pitt Digital has negotiated with Dell's Member Purchase Program (MPP) to offer student discounts on select models. Shop exclusive Pitt student discounts through Dell's Member Purchase Program, or shop with Tech on Fifth at the University Store on Fifth for exclusive Dell rebates, custom configurations, and on-campus pickup.

  • All recommended devices are capable of running standard productivity applications, either through remote access or saved locally on the machine, including Office 365, OneDrive storage, video conferencing, and remote support.
  • A Wi-Fi network card, an integrated camera and microphone, and a 3-year warranty (excluding Chromebooks) that includes accidental damage coverage all come standard.

Apple offers education pricing, available to current and newly accepted college students and their parents, as well as faculty, staff, and homeschool teachers of all grade levels. Please see the Apple Education Store for details.

Before purchasing, review our Computer Purchasing Guide for Students, Faculty, and Staff.

Purchase Links

See the Dell Member Purchase Program See Dell options at the University Store on Fifth See Apple options at the University Store on Fifth See Apple's Education Store

Disclaimer

The University of Pittsburgh does not require the purchase of recommended devices or configurations and is not responsible for hardware support or performance of purchased equipment. All purchases are made directly with the respective vendors. The available configurations are set by the vendors and individuals should consider their unique needs and circumstances before making a purchasing decision. Questions about products should be directed to the vendors themselves. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Article ID: 228
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Wed 8/2/23 1:22 PM
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Mon 8/17/26 12:55 PM

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