All incoming students to the UT College of Medicine are required to have a computer that is capable of access to the Internet. The College of Medicine provides students with access to campus-based computer labs, but due to the limited number of workstations available and use by other colleges, it is necessary for students to have their own computers.

Students who plan to use current computers must ensure the equipment meets the minimum requirements outlined below to allow for adequate connectivity to UT systems. Newly-purchased computers should meet the minimum recommendations. Computers must have programs capable of network connection to the Internet, and of performing basic functions in word processing, spreadsheet calculations, multimedia (imaging, video, and sound) and e-mail. Students are also advised to purchase a printer. A student Audience Response System (clicker) is required for classroom use. A Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) will be required by the beginning of the M-3 year. Costs of a computer, Internet connection, printer, PDA, and software may be included in financial aid requests.