Technology Requirements
Laptop specifications, software packages, and peripherals vary by program.
You can find the technology requirements for your major by clicking on the link in the column below.
Program Specific Technology Requirements
- Art History
- Collaborative Design
- Digital Art and Design
- Drawing
- Fashion Studies
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Interior Design
- Life Sciences and Pre-Medical Illustration
- Master of Architecture
- Master of Arts in Design
- Master of Arts in Visual and Critical Studies
- Master of Fine Art Painting
- Painting
- Photography
- Product Design
- Sculpture and Functional Art
- Undecided
KCAD Apple Store Online
You may purchase your laptop through the KCAD Apple Store, online with Apple, or at your local Apple store (make sure you are receiving the educational discount). All students are required to provide a receipt to the Student Services office. Failure to comply will result in a hold on your student account.
Technology FAQs
Learn more about technology at KCAD including information about where to order required software.
Contact KCAD IT
Phone: 616.259.1129
Email: [email protected]
Contact Admissions
Phone: 616.259.1118
Email: [email protected]
Schedule a Virtual Appointment with Admissions
Admissions Office Hours:
Monday–Friday
8am–5pm