Computer Skills and Notebook (laptop) Minimum Requirements

 Computer literacy is an entry requirement for Lipscomb University College of Pharmacy.  You will not be able to complete the coursework in the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) curriculum without a solid foundation in basic computer skills, which we define as confidence in using:

• Microsoft Word (or equivalent word processor)
• Microsoft Excel (or equivalent spreadsheet program)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Adobe Reader
• E-Mail
• Internet Web Browsers (i.e., Internet Explorer, Mozilla, Safari, Google Chrome)

Student pharmacists will be required to successfully complete a computer skills assessment during the pharmacy orientation period. 

All student pharmacists will be required to have a personal notebook (laptop) computer with wireless networking capability and software that meets a minimum set of specifications.  These specifications are as follows:

Software:  Microsoft is offering special pricing for students.  This promotion is called The Ultimate Steal (http://www.ultimatesteal.com) and includes Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and more for a reduced price for both PCs and Macs.  Please go to the previously listed website for more details.