Required Specifications for Student Computers

• Processor Intel i5 core Processor or equivalent.
• Memory (RAM) 8 GB
• Hard Drive 128 GB
• Wireless capabilities
• Web camera and microphone
• Operating System: Windows 10  or Mac OS Big Sur (or newer)
• Chromebooks and mobile devices (iPad, cell phone, etc.) will not work with the exam software and most of the law schools resources.

Mercer Law School requires students to use a laptop computer running Windows or Mac OS. We strongly recommend that each student own a new or recent laptop computer that is less than five years old. Chromebooks or laptops running Linux are not compatible with Mercer Law systems.

If you need a laptops, there are computers available for purchase Mercer Informational Technology Department website at special student pricing. If you need to purchase a new laptop to meet the required specifications, please see the Financial Aid Office. You may be able to include the cost (up to $1,500) of the laptop in your student budget.

FAQ’s

Mac computers

Apple MacBook Air and MacBook Pro computers running Big Sur(11), or newer are fine for use in the law school. However, we strongly recommend upgrading to the newest OS before you arrive. Relying on an older computer with an older operating system can lead to problems and we do not recommend it. Because Apple is not issuing security updates for older versions, we do not support any OS version older than 11

Exam Software

The Electronic Bluebook (EBB) software used in many courses for final exams is available for both Windows and Macintosh. It does not support Chromebooks or Linux (even if you run Windows in a virtual machine).

What about Insurance?

Even if you use your security cable religiously and never leave your computer unattended, you should carry financial protection in the event of loss. The law school, like other public facilities, does experience theft. Most homeowners and renters insurance policies cover computers as insured contents, subject to the policy deductible. Review your policy and if you believe your coverage is insufficient, you may wish to purchase a computer insurance policy from other vendors.