UNCW has collaborated with Apple to offer academic discounts on all personal Macintosh purchases. To further assist those individuals in academic areas which recommend purchasing a Macintosh, UNCW has put together a recommended baseline system. The UNCW baseline system includes:
15 inch Macbook Pro Aluminum
- 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
- 4GB 1066MHz DDR3 SDRAM - 2x2GB
- 320GB Serial ATA @ 7200
- SuperDrive 8x (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
- NVIDIA GeForce 9400M + 9600M GT with 256MB
- MacBook Pro 15-in Glossy Widescreen Display
- Backlit Keyboard (English) / User's Guide
- AppleCare Protection Plan for MacBook Pro (w/or w/o Display) - Auto-enroll
Before Ordering
Communication Studies, Film Studies, Music, Art and Art History recommend a Macintosh for the students in their programs. If you are unsure of the type of computer you need, you are highly encouraged to check with your advisor or department chair to see if an Apple or PC is recommended for your chosen major.
Ordering Your System
To order a system, Login to the UNCW Apple Store (you will need a valid UNCW e-mail address and password to access the store).
- If you wish to put together your own bundle or modify the recommended system above, just begin shopping after you log in to the UNCW Apple Store.
- If you wish to order the baseline system exactly as it is outlined above, click on Recommended Systems in the upper right corner after you log in to the UNCW Apple Store.
Please note that every system purchased through the UNCW Apple Store is offered at an educational discount. You will receive an additional discount on the AppleCare Protection plan through the UNCW Apple Store.
The AppleCare Protection Plan gives you technical support along with global repair coverage - both parts and labor - extending the life of your system.
Questions about Apple Computer Purchases
Contact the Technology Assistance Center (TAC) at 910-962-HELP (4357).
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to help fund the cost of a computer purchase for degree seeking students. To be considered, apply for financial aid and submit a "Computer Expense Form." Applications and forms are available on the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid Web site.
