2025 Computers & Supplies

All students are required to have a laptop. Supplies are required for studio-based programs. The Supply Kit is a set of starter supplies that can be purchased through the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors). Additional supplies and software must be purchased separately. Software should be purchased at the start of the semester. There will be printing and material costs associated with studio projects.

The laptop and Supply Kit for your major can be purchased using the links provided below. If you have questions about your computer recommendations, please contact Aaron Rucker, DAAP IT Manager at aaron.rucker@uc.edu. For supply related questions, contact the DAAP Student Affairs Office at daapadvising@uc.edu.

School of Design

Supply Kit

Purchase your Supply Kit from the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors) using the link below. Brand selections may vary by vendor. 

Additional Supplies

Additional supplies listed are required but not included in the Supply Kit. Printing and other material costs will be associated with studio projects.

  • Cachet classic portfolio with flaps, 14”x 18” 
  • Combination lock
  • External hard drive, 1 TB minimum SSD or HDD
  • Flash drive, 64 GB
  • Required for spring semester: DSLR camera
    • Interchangeable lens capability, 20-30 megapixels
    • Manual and automatic exposure controls with focus
    • Video capability, maximum ISO at least 1600, preferably 3200 or 6400
    • Mirrorless camera is acceptable

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Apple: 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)

Software

The software required should not be purchased until the fall semester.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: Acrobat, Bridge, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop

Supply Kit

Purchase your Supply Kit from the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors) using the link below. Brand selections may vary by vendor. 

Sewing Kit

In addition to the Supply Kit, a Sewing Kit is required and will be shipped directly to you by an outside vendor.

Additional Supplies

Additional supplies listed are required but not included in the Supply Kit. Printing and other material costs will be associated with studio projects.

  • Combination lock

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Apple: 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Software

The software required should not be purchased until the fall semester.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop

Supply Kit

Purchase your Supply Kit from the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors) using the link below. Brand selections may vary by vendor. 

Additional Supplies

Additional supplies listed are required but not included in the Supply Kit. Printing and other material costs will be associated with studio projects.

  • 8” scissors
  • 10’ non-grounded extension cord
  • 18 gauge copper wire, 25’
  • ArtBin or tackle box for supply storage (two-tier, three-tier, or sidekick 5-8) 
  • Basic Bic or similar ballpoint pens (not gel pens)
  • Chavant Renaissance (formally Roma Plastilina) medium density, block-grey, sulfur-based (do not substitute) 
  • Combination lock
  • Elmer’s Glue-All (not school glue) (8 ounces)
  • Excel 5” round nose pliers with wire cutters
  • Flash drive, 32 GB
  • Neiko 01902 adjustable helping hand with magnifying glass for soldering
  • Push pins (silver or clear, 100 pack)
  • Sandpaper (2 of each grit): 120/150/180/240/320/400/600/800/1000/1500/2500/3000) for wood/metal and wet/dry sanding
  • Soldering iron kit, 100W LED digital solder gun kits with ceramic heater, adjustable temperature welding tools with tips, wick braid, stand, solders wire, sponge, flux paste - Link
  • Wood AihuiWood rasp file (3 pack) - Link
  • Recommended: Start 1 portfolio, with 3” gusset 20’’×26’’×3’’

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Apple: 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Software

The software required should not be purchased until the fall semester.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop

School of Architecture and Interior Design

Supply Kit

Purchase your Supply Kit from the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors) using the link below. Brand selections may vary by vendor. 

Additional Supplies

Additional supplies listed are required but not included in the Supply Kit. Printing and other material costs will be associated with studio projects. These costs typically range from 20-50 dollars per week.

  • 8” scissors
  • 25” tape measure
  • Combination lock
  • Compass with adjustment wheel
  • Painters tape ¾” thick
  • Wireless computer mouse

Computer

Purchase your computer from Dell using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Software

The software required should not be purchased until the fall semester.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
  • Rhino (3D modeling software)

School of Art

Supplies and software are not required.

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Apple: MacBook Pro M4; 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Supply Kit

Purchase your Supply Kit from the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors) using the link below. Brand selections may vary by vendor. 

Additional Supplies

Additional supplies listed are required but not included in the Supply Kit. Printing and other material costs will be associated with studio projects.

  • ArtBin or tackle box for supply storage 
  • Band aids 
  • Blow dryer
  • Combination lock
  • Duct tape (gray)
  • DSLR or mirrorless camera
    • Fully manual and raw file capable
    • Recommended models: The Canon Rebel T6 or any Canon Rebels new or used (kit lens 18-55)
    • Purchasing options: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon, Best Buy, or KR Photographic
    • It is strongly recommended to purchase your own camera. However, you can borrow one with limited quantities in the DAAP Photo Lab (Aronoff 4440). 
  • Plastic-coated freezer paper
  • Push pins (clear)
  • Scissors
  • Small containers with lids for storing paint
  • Sturdy jar or container for rinsing paint brushes 
  • Tripod for DSLR camera (with smartphone attachment)
  • Ziploc bags (gallon)

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Apple: 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Software

The software required should not be purchased until the fall semester.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: Acrobat, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Photoshop

Supply Kit

Supply Kit is required only for students enrolled in FAA1001 Drawing Studio. Purchase it from the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors) using the link below. Brand selections may vary by vendor. 

Additional Supplies

Additional supplies listed are required but not included in the Supply Kit. Printing and other material costs will be associated with studio projects.

  • ArtBin or tackle box for supply storage (for FAA1001 Drawing Studio only)
  • XP-Pen pressure battery-free stylus (Artist 24 Pro) - Link

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Apple: 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Software

The software required should not be purchased until the fall semester, unless otherwise stated.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: AfterEffects, Animate, InDesign, Photoshop, and Premiere
  • Available to download now: Autodesk Maya, Canva, FMOD Studio, Godot, Ink, OpenRPGMaker, Ren*Py, Unreal, Visual Studio Code, and Minecraft: Java Edition, Second Life

School of Planning

Supplies and software are not required.

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing.

  • Apple: 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Supply Kit

Purchase your Supply Kit from the DAAP Art Store or Plaza Art (both local vendors) using the link below. Brand selections may vary by vendor. 

Additional supplies are not required before the fall semester. However, there will be printing and other material costs associated with studio projects.

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing.

  • Apple: 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max)
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June

Software

The software required should not be purchased until the fall semester.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud Suite: Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop

Supplies and software are not required.

Computer

Purchase your computer from Apple or Dell using the link below to access educational pricing. 

  • Apple: MacBook Pro M4; 14” or 16” MacBook Pro (M4 Pro or M4 Max) 
  • Dell recommendation will be available in mid-June