Student Laptop Checkout

A limited number of laptops are available for checkout during the semester at each campus/location of Minnesota West. This program is intended for students who need off-campus access to a computer for the purposes of Minnesota West-related coursework and do not have a device of their own or believe their device is not adequate for their needs.

About the laptop checkout program:

• Laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis.    
• Available computers are basic HP ProBooks with Internet accessibility, Microsoft Office, and a built-in webcam and microphone. We also have a limited number of Chromebooks for checkout if a laptop is unavailable.
• There is no fee for checking out a student laptop UNLESS the laptop is damaged or is not returned, in which case you will be charged the cost of replacement or repair of the computer.
• At checkout, you will be required to complete the Student Laptop Loan Agreement.
• Laptops are wiped and reformatted upon return. Be sure to remove all of your data prior to returning the computer.  We will not be able to recover your data once the device is wiped.
• Most laptops may be checked out for up to one semester at a time. We also have a limited supply of laptops available for short-term (48-hour) checkout.