School of Osteopathic Medicine Arizona

Minimum Technology Specifications for 2023 – 2024

You are required to own a laptop computer for your coursework by the first day of orientation. Although SOMA doesn’t require any specific brand of computer, you will need a Windows machine. Below are the minimum specifications you will need. Please note these are minimum specs, not recommended specs.

For students using financial assistance, the financial aid budget provides $1500 toward the purchase of a laptop. You will not receive these funds until matriculation.

Windows computer specifications

• Operating system: 64-bit version of Windows 10 or newer
• i5 Processor or better
• 8GB RAM
• Wi-Fi capability

Computer software

• Microsoft Office 2019 or newer
  • You can access Office 365 at no charge. Click here for instructions. Your account will be disabled upon graduation and you will need to purchase a personal account at that time if you want to retain your data.
  • The suite of applications you receive with your GSuite for Education account may not be used to substitute for MS Office.

Computer peripherals

• A broadband internet connection (DSL, cable or other high-speed internet)
• Webcam
• Headset

In previous academic years, Macs were allowed. Starting in 2022 SOMA students may only use Windows machines.

Multi-factor authentication

All students are required to use multi-factor authentication (MFA).  You will be provided with information about configuring this along with your account information.