Get a Mac. Get Ahead.
eLevate Program
Begin your Lynchburg experience with the tools and support to succeed from the start.
Get your own M5 MacBook Air
Start college with a fast, lightweight laptop built for academic success. Whether you are writing papers, analyzing data, creating presentations, joining virtual meetings, or exploring AI-powered tools, your MacBook Air is ready to go.
Plus, if something goes wrong, we’ve got you covered.
| You’ll get | How it helps you |
|---|---|
| Full-service repair and loaners | Tech issues should never interrupt your education. If your Mac needs service, we will help coordinate support and provide a loaner device when needed so you can keep up with your classes. |
| Tech support and warranty coverage | You will have access to AppleCare warranty coverage and a dedicated on-campus support team for hardware and software help. That means less time troubleshooting and more time focusing on what matters. |
| A computer to keep | Upon graduation, the laptop is yours to keep for a nominal fee. It is one more way Lynchburg invests in your future and helps you leave campus prepared for what comes next. |
A strong start for an AI-driven future
You need modern tools, dependable support, and the confidence to use technology in meaningful ways. That is what eLevate delivers. You’ll learn, create, and grow with a device designed for the future.
Your college experience needs technology that works as hard as you do.
Complete coursework anywhere.
Access class materials and resources easily.
Use advanced learning platforms and tools.
Stay connected with faculty and classmates.
Use technology designed for life after graduation.
eLevate Program FAQ
Powerful Technology, Ready on Day One
eLevate puts a brand-new Apple MacBook Air M5 directly into your hands, giving you a common technology platform and seamless mobile access to university resources from your very first day on campus.
When you receive your laptop, you’ll be asked to sign the Program Equipment Lease Agreement. We recommend reading through it before you arrive so you know exactly what to expect.
What is the eLevate Laptop Program?
eLevate equips students and faculty with a shared technology platform and mobile access to university resources wherever learning happens. Every incoming full-time first-year student is automatically enrolled and receives an Apple MacBook Air M5 (13″), ready to go from day one.
Is there a cost?
Participating students pay just $200 per semester, spread across 8 semesters, for full access to the program and everything it includes.
What do the fees cover?
Your eLevate fee covers a complete, worry-free technology experience, including a University-provided MacBook Air M5, configuration and setup for wireless services, 24/7 wireless access across academic buildings, residence halls, and remote campus locations, hardware and software support, AppleCare for MacBook Air for the duration of the program (this coverage applies only to the program laptop, not other personal devices), a loaner laptop if yours ever needs repair, and laptop loss, theft, and accidental damage insurance, each with a deductible.
What equipment will I receive?
You’ll receive a MacBook Air M5 with a 13.6-inch display in silver. To keep the program consistent and fair for everyone, individual color selection isn’t available.
Can I request more memory, a different model, or a custom color?
All eLevate participants receive the same hardware configuration, so the program can offer the same strong support and pricing to every student. Customizations to memory, storage, or case color aren’t available.
Can I keep the MacBook when I leave?
Yes — it’s yours to keep! Students who stay enrolled full-time for all eight semesters and pay the fee each term keep their MacBook Air after graduation. If you choose to transfer before completing eight semesters, you can purchase the computer and take it with you.
If I purchase the MacBook, what needs to be done?
You’re welcome to keep all of your personal data and applications. Our Help Desk staff will simply remove the University-specific settings before you head out into the world with your laptop.
What happens if there's a problem with my laptop?
You’re covered. Every MacBook in the program includes four years of AppleCare Plus, so help is always close at hand. Students are responsible for the $99 Apple repair fee when applicable. For issues outside AppleCare’s coverage, such as broken screens or liquid damage, a repair charge applies (per device, per incident). Repair fees are billed to your student account and can be paid through MyHive.
What happens if it's lost or stolen?
We’ll get you back up and running quickly. A replacement fee will be charged to your student account, and your laptop will be replaced with the same model.
How do I get software updates?
Staying current is easy. While connected to the University network, you can access updates through the Self Service application, or get them anytime through Apple Software Update in the App Store.
What if I need other software?
You have the freedom to expand your toolkit anytime — install additional apps through the Apple App Store or directly from the web.
