From the Provost
MIAD's Laptop Requirement and Information
Fequently Asked Questions
Does MIAD require a Mac
laptop?
Mac laptops are recommended for all students, as they are
the platform of choice in the professional art and design
world. MIAD also fully supports Apple products, allowing for
IT support for our students.
Can I bring an older, used or
refurbished laptop to campus?
Absolutely. Since many first-year students are undecided
about what their major will be, you are welcome to bring an
older or used laptop to campus as long as it supports the
software required for your classes. Your choice of major may
impact the type of laptop you wish to purchase in the future.
Does MIAD have an Apple Store
online where I can receive an
educational discount?
Yes. You can visit MIAD's online Apple Store at: apple.com/edu/miad.
Does MIAD recommend a
specific Mac laptop?
MIAD does have a recommendation for a 15" MacBook Pro.
View the specific model at:
store.apple.com/us_edu_5001003/recommended
I know my major will be
Communication Design or
Photography. What's the best
laptop for me?
MIAD's recommended 15" MacBook Pro will serve your
educational needs extremely well throughout your MIAD
experience.
I am a transfer student. What
laptop should I bring to
campus?
Every transfer student has unique needs. Depending on your
major and academic level (based on transfer credit), the
laptop you bring to campus and the software you use will
vary. Contact the Assistant Director of Admissions who can
guide you through this process.
What software is required for all students?
How do I purchase software?
MIAD has a partnership with JourneyEd to offer substantial discounts to our students on most software. Links to MIAD's JourneyEd store, as well as links to Google and Autodesk software, are available at openbook.miad.edu.
Autodesk Sketchbook Pro is
available as a free,
demonstration download.
Should I download it now?
Since Foundations students will learn to use Autodesk
Sketchbook Pro at varying times during the first semester,
please wait until you are notified by your instructor to
download the software.
JourneyEd is asking for
academic proof of eligibility to
purchase Adobe products at the
MIAD discount. What should I
do?
Once you have registered for classes in early summer, MIAD
will provide you with a proof of enrollment letter for the
purposes of obtaining the software discount.
How can I secure my laptop
while on campus?
As part of the supply kit that will be provided to you, a
universal laptop lock and flash drive are included. All MIAD
students also have an assigned locker for storage of art
supplies and laptops.
Can I insure my laptop through
MIAD?
MIAD encourages all families to investigate their homeowner
or renter's policies for insurance coverage of a student's
laptop while on-campus.
Does Apple offer financing on
qualified purchases?
Yes, please visit apple.com/edu/miad for more information.
Who can I contact if I have
questions about using loan
funds to purchase a laptop?
MIAD's Office of Financial Aid can assist you with the use of
loan funds for purchasing a laptop. We encourage families
to investigate all the options available when financing laptop
and software purchases. You may contact MIAD's Office of
Financial Aid directly at 414-847-3270.
I have questions about laptops
and software. Who can I
contact?
Your admissions counselor is the best starting point for
questions related to MIAD's laptop requirement. Your
admissions counselor can also answer questions about
software, and connect you with the Office of Financial Aid if
you need assistance with loan funds.