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In order to take Kaplan University online classes, students need a personal computer (PC) with a modem and access to the Internet. This program incorporates the use of email, discussion board postings, and navigation of the Internet for Web Field Trips. The use of Microsoft® Word documents for a Learning Journal is recommended.

 The following system requirements are the minimum necessary to access the curriculum:  

Hardware:


  • A PC running a Microsoft Windows Operating System (XP, Vista, or Windows 7; please note, release candidate versions are not supported) or Mac OS X with the operating system’s minimum requirements for processor, memory, and hard drive (See the Microsoft or Apple website for minimum requirements)*
  • At least 10.0 GB of free hard-drive space (additional space may be needed for multimedia files)
  • 1024 x 768 monitor with a 16-bit or greater video card (24-bit preferred)
  • DVD-ROM drive or CD-ROM drive
  • A dedicated, reliable 128 Kbps or faster Internet connection
  • Sound card with speakers and microphone (for selected courses)

Software:†


  • A Microsoft Windows® Operating System (XP, Vista, or Windows 7; please note, release candidate versions are not supported) or Mac OS X
  • Microsoft Word 2003 or a more recent version
  • To download Adobe Reader 8.0 or a more recent version, click here
  • Internet Explorer 7.0 or a more recent version, or Firefox 3.013 or a more recent version
  • A current antivirus and antispyware application that is updated regularly
  • Adobe Flash Player 9.0 or a more recent version (free download on the Internet)
  • Sun Java 2 SDK (Java 1.5) or a more recent version for PC (free download)
  • Classic Java (MRJ 2.2.5) or a more recent version for Mac (free download)

 Additional Requirements by Program 

Project Management Certificate: Microsoft Project Standard Edition (student discount available); statistical software 

 

Executive Coaching Certificate: Audio/video software (available as a free download)

 

Six Sigma Certificate: Statistical software

 

For more information about our technology requirements, contact an Admissions Advisor at 866.542.4042 (Toll Free).

  

  

  

  

  

Please note: Kaplan Continuing Education does not support Linux operating systems. If you are unsure about whether your computer meets the minimum requirements, please speak with your Admissions Advisor.


*Students must be able to run, install, and configure programs and be able to store and retrieve documents and files on their computer.


†Please note: newly released versions of software may not be immediately supported.