Personal Technology Resources & Discounts

Information Technology Services (ITS) recognizes that your technological needs extend beyond the classroom and your role at New York Tech, influencing both your campus and remote experiences, as well as your personal life. To help you succeed in all areas, we’ve curated a variety of resources to support your computing needs and ensure your success.

Computer Hardware & Discounts

New York Tech requires all students to have a personal device (laptop or desktop) that meets the university’s minimum computer requirements to access essential IT resources and software.

Note: Some departments have specific hardware and software requirements. We strongly recommend that you consult with your academic department to confirm any additional or program-specific requirements.

• Department of Architecture Laptop Policy
• Department of Digital Art and Design Laptop Policy
• Department of Interior Design Laptop Policy 

To support you, ITS has partnered with the following hardware manufacturers to provide personal discounts to all NY Tech students, faculty, and staff:

• Dell
• Apple 

Consider purchasing an extended warranty plan and accidental damage protection for added protection. Please note that ITS does not provide hardware support for personal devices.

Software & Discounts

New York Tech provides a range of software titles for free or at discounted rates. Ensure that your device meets the minimum system requirements for any software you wish to install. If the needed software is not listed, inquire about education discounts with the seller. 

Please note that if the specific software you need is not listed, do the following: 

Students

• Check with your school or college to see if the software is available through them.
• If it’s not available, explore options from various software vendors.
• Be sure to ask about educational or student discounts.

Faculty & Staff

• If you’re interested in purchasing new software, visit our purchasing page for more details.
• For any software inquiries, please submit an ITS Help ticket.

Internet Service Providers & Discounts

Ensure you have reliable internet access of at least 5 Mb/s per user (if shared). We recommend one of the following internet access providers: 

• Optimum
• AT&T
• Spectrum
• Xfinity/Comcast
• Verizon

Additional Discounts

Students can access a variety of additional discounts on services, digital subscriptions, and more, making it easier to save on everyday expenses. These exclusive offers are designed to help students get the most value from their purchases, from technology to entertainment and beyond.

• Student Freebies and Discounts