Student Laptop Purchase Program
Learning Starts with the Right Laptop
Buy a laptop selected with academic departments, backed by on-campus tech support, and ready for everything your coursework requires.
What’s Included When You Participate
All Wentworth students are required to bring a laptop that meets the technical specifications of their major or program. This helps you have a high-quality academic experience where you can fully participate in hands-on coursework and use required academic software.
Participating in the Student Laptop Purchase Program takes the guesswork out of that process and offers meaningful value, support, and peace of mind. Since it launched in Fall 2022, 3 out 4 Wentworth students have purchased their laptop through this program.
Benefits of purchasing through the program include:
Cost & Value
- Save up to 58% off retail pricing on commercial-grade laptops (current price only guaranteed while supplies last)
- Free shipping within the U.S. or on-campus pickup
- Eligible first-year undergraduate students may receive financial grants
- Other payment options: credit card, check, or cash; reimbursement from student loans or 529 savings plan after paying upfront
Software Compatibility
- Laptops are selected in collaboration with academic departments
- Pre-approved to meet the software and performance needs of your program from start to finish
- Removes the risk of purchasing an incompatible device
Support & Repairs
- 4 years of Accidental Damage Protection (a $250+ value) covering drops, liquid spills, cracked screens and more
- 4-year manufacturer's warranty on hardware failures
- On-campus warranty repairs at Tech Spot
- Loaner laptops available while yours is being serviced
Ownership & Flexibility
- The laptop is yours to keep—even after graduation
- Early ordering is encouraged to avoid cost increases
A Student's Perspective
Your Program’s Recommended Laptop
DTS works with academic departments to identify the best device for each program. For the 2026–2027 academic year, all students will use:
- HP ZBook Fury G1i 16” (closest comparable SKU #B4YT2AV)
This model is selected to meet the performance needs of all programs, including those with design and graphics-intensive coursework.
To learn more about the laptop and what’s included, expand the sections below.
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HP ZBook X G1i 16” Mobile Workstation
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Recommended for
All majors
Specifications
- Display: 16.0" WUXGA (1920 × 1200), anti-glare, low blue light, 300 nits 60Hz
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 Processor 255H
- Memory (RAM): 16GB
- Storage: 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD
- Graphics: NVIDIA RTX™ RTX P2000 Blackwell professional graphics (8GB)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4
- Keyboard: Backlit, spill-resistant keyboard with numeric keypad (no fingerprint reader)
- Battery: Long Life battery with fast charging (up to 50% in ~30 minutes)
- Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
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Support & Warranty Included in the Price
- Accidental Damage Protection (4 years): Covers repairs for drops, liquid spills, cracked screens, and other physical damage
- Manufacturer’s Warranty (4 years): Includes coverage for part failures
- On-Campus Support (4 years): Includes hardware repair service provided by Tech Spot, Wentworth’s Technology Help Desk
- Shipping & Delivery: Ground shipping included. Note: Non-continental U.S. orders must be shipped to and picked up on campus.
Payment & Financial Assistance
Wentworth is committed to ensuring all students have access to the tools they need.
Here’s how you can purchase your laptop.
Ways to Pay
- Credit card, cash, or check
- Qualified first-year undergraduate students may receive a financial grant to cover part of the cost of their laptop. Eligibility is based on the information submitted through your FAFSA. If you qualify, the grant amount will be automatically applied in the Laptop Portal
- 529 savings plans may be used (check with your plan administrator)
- Student loans or excess financial aid may be used for reimbursement after you pay upfront
Please note: Payment plans are not available through this program.
Need More Help?
To learn more about financial aid eligibility or how to plan your laptop purchase, contact Student Financial Services.
If you aren’t eligible for financial aid and the cost of a laptop remains out of reach, get in touch with DTS. We’ll work with you to explore any remaining options.
When Will I Receive My Laptop?
Your timeline depends on 1. whether you choose shipping or in-person pickup and 2. how you pay.
Check out the table below for more details.
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| Credit Card | Ships as early as 72 hours after payment is confirmed. Must place order by Friday, 8/21 to ensure shipping before Fall semester. | Available for pickup at WOW. |
| Check | Send your check by Monday, 8/17/26 for timely shipping. Laptop will be shipped within one week after check is received and processed by Micros Northeast. | Send your check by Monday, 8/17/26. Once processed, your laptop will be available at WOW. |
| Cash | Not available. Cash payments require in-person pickup. See pickup column. | Pay in person and receive your laptop at WOW, provided there are no financial holds on your account. |
| Partial Laptop Grant | You must pay your remaining tuition balance once bills are available in August and clear any financial holds first. Then:
| You must pay your remaining tuition balance once bills are available in August and clear any financial holds first. Then:
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When Should I Order My Laptop, and Why Does Ordering Early Matter?
Wentworth strongly recommends ordering your laptop as early as possible after the purchase portal opens. Ordering early allows you to take advantage of the lowest available pricing and increases the likelihood that you will receive your laptop before the start of the Fall semester.
Laptop prices are expected to increase throughout the year due to external factors, including chip shortages. To help students save, Wentworth’s partner, Micros Northeast, has secured a limited pre‑order of 700 laptops at a discounted student price. Once these are sold out, additional inventory will be available, likely at higher pricing.
To ensure your laptop is shipped in time for the start of the Fall semester, orders must be placed by August 21 for credit card payments. However, ordering early is the best way to reduce the risk of delays and additional costs.
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What Should I Know If I Choose to Bring My Own Laptop Instead of Purchasing Through Wentworth?
Participation in the Student Laptop Purchase Program is optional. Students who choose to bring their own laptop must ensure that their device meets Wentworth’s required technical specifications for their enrolled major. See this year's required specifications.
Bringing a laptop that meets the required specifications is essential to ensure that it is compatible with required academic software.
Additionally, students who bring their own laptop are encouraged to purchase an extended warranty directly from their laptop manufacturer or vendor. While Tech Spot can provide support for academic software and general consultation, hardware repair services are only available for laptops purchased through the Student Laptop Purchase Program.
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What Repair and Support Services Are Included with Laptops Purchased Through the Program?
Laptops purchased through the Student Laptop Purchase Program include a four‑year manufacturer warranty with Accidental Damage Protection, as well as on‑campus hardware repair service provided by Tech Spot, Wentworth’s technology help desk.
Warranty coverage and terms may vary by academic year. Students should refer to the program documentation from the year they purchased their laptop for specific warranty details.
Students who choose to bring their own laptop instead of purchasing through the program are encouraged to obtain an extended warranty directly from their laptop manufacturer or vendor. Tech Spot can assist these students with academic software support and general consultation, but does not provide hardware repair services for laptops that were not purchased through the Student Laptop Purchase Program.
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How Will Required Academic Software Be Installed or Accessed?
Wentworth provides access to designated academic software for all students, at no additional charge.
Students will be provided with instructions on how and when they can access a software portal that allows them to download and install academic software on laptops that meet the required specifications, regardless of whether they were purchased through Wentworth’s laptop program.
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Will Laptop Specifications Meet a Student’s Academic Needs for All Four Years?
Yes. Each year, DTS works closely with academic departments to identify laptop specifications that are intended to support students throughout the full duration of their academic program.
Academic software requirements may evolve over time. If compatibility issues arise, DTS works with faculty and software vendors to help address those issues and support students’ continued access to required tools.
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Why Are Apple Laptops Not Included in the Purchase Options?
Some required academic software used across Wentworth programs is not natively supported on macOS and would require workarounds such as dual‑boot configurations. This includes newer Apple hardware platforms, such as the MacBook Neo.
These additional requirements increase support complexity and make it more difficult to provide a consistent academic and technical support experience across all programs. To ensure reliability, consistency, and effective on‑campus support, the Student Laptop Purchase Program standardizes on a Windows‑based laptop that meets the needs of all programs.
Apple laptops also tend to be more expensive when configured to meet comparable performance requirements, which could increase the financial burden on students.
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What Happens to My Laptop Order If I Decide Not to Attend Wentworth?
Laptops purchased through the Student Laptop Purchase Program are owned by the student. If you decide not to attend Wentworth, any cancellation or return must be handled directly with the program vendor, Micros Northeast.
- If you have not yet received your laptop: You may contact Micros Northeast to cancel your order and request a refund.
- If you have already received your laptop: Micros Northeast’s return policy applies. Currently, laptops may be returned for a full refund within 30 days of purchase, provided the laptop is in its original condition and includes all original packaging.
For the most up‑to‑date return terms, students should refer to the Micros Northeast purchase documentation associated with their order.
Want the Best Deal? Don't Wait.
Ordering early means you get one of the limited number of laptops secured at the current discounted rate. It’s the easiest way to avoid potential price increases and delays.
Questions? We’re Here to Help
Your education is hands-on. Your tech support should be too.
Email us at laptop@wit.edu.
