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Textbook Access Program

The Textbook Access Program helps Bryant students access required course materials through one streamlined process before the semester begins. Required digital and physical materials are coordinated in advance so students can start classes prepared from day one.

Start the Semester Ready

Cost Benefits

Cost savings is expected for most students as the flat fee per semester is $250 for full-time students and $80 for part-time students.

Materials in Canvas

Digital textbooks and course materials are delivered directly into Canvas for easy access.

Physical Materials Included

Printed textbooks and required physical materials are prepared through the Bryant Bookstore for pickup.

Flexible Participation

Students are automatically enrolled and may opt out each semester before the published deadline.

Simplifying Access to Course Materials

Instead of purchasing course materials across multiple platforms and vendors, students receive access through one coordinated experience each semester.

Digital materials are delivered directly in Canvas, while physical materials are prepared through the Bryant Bookstore for pickup when required.

Program Benefits

  • Access required course materials before the first day of class
  • Simplified access to digital and physical materials
  • Cost savings and predictable program pricing
  • Flexible opt-out option each term (Opt-Out Form Instructional Video)
  • Reduced need to search across multiple vendors and platforms

How It Works

Register for Courses

Once students register for classes, required course materials are identified based on faculty selections.

Materials Are Coordinated

Required digital and physical materials are sourced and prepared through the Bryant Bookstore and campus partners.

Digital Access in Canvas

Digital textbooks, courseware, and access codes are delivered directly into Canvas.

Pickup for Physical Materials

Students are notified when physical materials are ready for pickup at the Bryant Bookstore.

Start the Semester Prepared

Students receive access to required course materials by the first day of class.

Pricing and Participation

Program Cost

  • $250 per semester for full-time students
  • $80 per semester for part-time students


Students participating in the program are automatically billed each semester. Adjustments for part-time enrollment are made following the add/drop deadline.

Participation & Opt-Out

Students are automatically enrolled in the Textbook Access Program during course registration for convenience.
 

Students may opt out before the published deadline each semester with no penalty. Participation decisions must be made each term.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are included?

Only materials identified by faculty as required are included in the program. Materials may include:

  • Digital textbooks
  • Courseware and access codes
  • Physical textbooks
  • Lab manuals and workbooks

Optional or recommended materials are not included.

Only materials identified by faculty as required are included in the program. Materials may include:

  • Digital textbooks
  • Courseware and access codes
  • Physical textbooks
  • Lab manuals and workbooks

Optional or recommended materials are not included.

Will students save money?

Students will likely see cost benefits. The program also provides transparent and predictable pricing through one clearly communicated semester rate.

Students will likely see cost benefits. The program also provides transparent and predictable pricing through one clearly communicated semester rate.

How do students access digital materials?

Digital materials are delivered directly into Canvas before classes begin. Students also receive email instructions and access information.

Digital materials are delivered directly into Canvas before classes begin. Students also receive email instructions and access information.

How are physical materials received?

Students receive an email notification when physical materials are ready for pickup at the Bryant Bookstore. Student IDs are required for pickup.

Students receive an email notification when physical materials are ready for pickup at the Bryant Bookstore. Student IDs are required for pickup.

What happens if a student adds or drops a course?

Access to materials is adjusted automatically based on course registration changes and applicable deadlines. Physical materials may need to be returned depending on timing and program policies.

Access to materials is adjusted automatically based on course registration changes and applicable deadlines. Physical materials may need to be returned depending on timing and program policies.

Do students keep their materials?

Physical materials may typically be retained at the end of the semester. Digital access periods vary by publisher agreement.

Physical materials may typically be retained at the end of the semester. Digital access periods vary by publisher agreement.

Does this affect faculty textbook selection?

No. Faculty retain full academic freedom regarding textbook and course material selection.

No. Faculty retain full academic freedom regarding textbook and course material selection.