Loaner Laptops

No laptop? No problem. We can help.

Did your laptop break and you don't have the financial resources to purchase a new one right now? Or is your current laptop getting repaired and you need to borrow one in the meantime? The Loaner Laptop Program might be an option.

All currently enrolled IU Indianapolis students have access to the Loaner Laptop Program for short-term needs, with longer term borrowing evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Borrowing guidelines

A limited number of laptops are available each semester and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Laptops may be borrowed for up to one semester, with a maximum of two semesters.
  • Extensions for additional lending periods will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
  • Students who fail to return a laptop on time may be prohibited from borrowing laptops in the future.
  • Borrowers are responsible for the equipment during the loan period and may be held liable for any damages.
  • If a laptop is not returned, it will be considered lost, and the borrower will be charged a replacement fee ($900 for the laptop, $50 for the charger). A registration hold will be placed on the borrower’s Bursar account until the laptop is returned or the fee is paid.
  • All equipment will be returned to the Idea Garden, located in Hine Hall Room IP 106.

Apply for a laptop

You can apply for a laptop by completing a care and support referral form, and a staff member will follow up with you as soon as possible with next steps.

If you have questions or need help, email indycare@iu.edu or call 317-274-4431 and ask to speak with a care coordinator.

Loaner laptop application

Please expect the loan process to take 2-3 business days to complete once you have submitted your application.