BPCC Book Pass is a digital textbook program that provides students with quick and easy access to course materials for a fee of $25.50 per credit hour. This program ensures that all course materials are available on or before the first day of class. All BPCC students will be automatically enrolled in BPCC Book Pass beginning Fall 2024. Students have the option to opt out of the program on a semester-by-semester basis.
How does the program work?
BPCC Book Pass takes the hassle out of getting your course materials because costs are covered as a fee of $25.50 per credit hour. This allows every enrolled student access to all required materials on or before the first day of class. Once students have selected their courses, the course list will be sent to the Campus Bookstore. The Campus Bookstore gets everything ready. All students need to do is check their school email for how to access course materials for the term. To find your BPCC Student Email information, click here and scroll to BPCC STUDENT EMAIL.
How do students participate in the program?
While all students are automatically enrolled, there is an option to opt-out or opt back in during the drop-add period. Students who would like to review the option to opt-out of the program, please review the FAQ titled “Is the program required or can students opt-out of the program” below.
How do students get course materials?
Once a student is registered for courses, the bookstore will get everything ready for you. Students will receive confirmation emails sharing details to access digital materials in the learning management system. If students have physical materials, the campus store will communicate with you when you can pick up these materials.
What are the benefits for students?
There are many benefits to students, including:
- Deferred student billing direct to student accounts.
- Course materials available day one with no waiting in line with heavy books.
- Digital platforms offer key features such as: highlighting, flash cards & note-sharing, leading to greater success in the course.
- Reduced stress related to finding and purchasing the correct course materials.
Will students save money?
Students can save between 20% - 60% based on savings at other schools and thanks to the campus store relationships with publishing partners and bulk purchasing power. The program also reduces student stress during the purchasing process and provides a method to easily access, manage and use all course materials regardless of format or cost.
What type of materials will students receive?
Depending on classes and the course materials required by faculty, students may receive a combination of: digital course materials, printed textbooks, printed lab manual or workbooks.
How often are materials supplied?
Required materials are supplied at the beginning of each term. The materials will be accessible on or before the first day of class. Students should continue to check their school email (from noreply@follett.com) before the start of each term.
Can students have printed learning materials shipped to them?
Yes. For printed materials, students will receive an email (check your school email address) when the materials are ready for pick-up. For an additional fee, students can choose to have materials shipped. Contact Katelyn Carter at 903-650-2059 or km.carter@follett.com for details.
Do I get to keep my materials at the end of each term?
Printed materials are yours to keep at the end of each term. Digital materials can be accessed for a minimum of 180 days and may be available for longer period of time based on the material adopted and the publisher's terms.
Can I choose if I want print or digital materials?
Print or digital format is determined based on the adopted material for the specific course prior to the start of class. As a student, if you have a preferred format (print or digital) for textbooks, you should first check with your faculty member to see what format has been chosen for the course.
If it is a digital version, you can contact the bookstore for available print options.
If you are a student with a qualified disability requiring print versions or other accommodations, please contact Accessibility Services for more information.
If my professor has recommended course materials, will those be included in the BPCC Book Pass?
Only materials identified by your professor as “required” are included in the BPCC Book Pass. All “recommended” materials will be available for purchase separately at the BPCC Book Pass.
Is BPCC Book Pass required, or can I opt-out of the program?
While all students are automatically enrolled in the Access program, you may choose to opt-out and are then responsible for finding/purchasing you materials independently. You must take action to opt-out of the program.
How do I opt-out/do I need to opt out each term?
All students are automatically included in BPCC Book Pass; however, you may opt-out of the program during specified opt-out periods. You will have the option to opt out of BPCC Book Pass at the start of each term. To opt-out:
- To reach the Opt-Out page, students should sign into their LOLA account, click on Student, and then click the link that says 1st Day Books Opt Out.
- To reach more information on the Opt-Out timelines for each semester, students should go to the Classes & Schedules page on the BPCC website, specifically to the section entitled Refund Schedule for Dropping Classes.
For all other questions, contact Katelyn Carter at 903-650-2059 or e-mail km.carter@follett.com or the BPCC Business Office for information on how to opt-out.
What if I opted-out by mistake or changed my mind?
If the opt-out period has not ended, you can opt back in by going to the opt-out portal and choosing “Opt-In”. You can login to the opt-out portal by clicking an opt-out link provided by the school or by checking your school email for the link to the opt-out portal.
What if I add or drop a course?
If you add or drop a course, that information is automatically transmitted to the bookstore.
- Added courses: Within 24 hours of adding a course, you will receive an email at their your email address with details to access your digital materials and/or materials are provisioned directly into the LMS. For printed materials, you will receive an email to your school email address letting you know when the new print materials are ready for pick-up.
- Dropped courses: For courses dropped prior to the last day to drop/add/opt-out deadline, access to electronic or digital materials will be automatically disabled. Printed materials must be returned to the campus bookstore.
What if I get an incomplete grade in a course and need additional time to access course materials?
If that course includes printed material, that material is yours to keep. If that course includes digital material, the length of access is dependent on those specific materials. Please contact Katelyn Carter at 903-650-2059 or km.carter@follett.com for details.
I have questions that were not answered in these FAQs. Where can I get more information?
Please contact Katelyn Carter at 903-650-2059 or e-mail km.carter@follett.com.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Katelyn Carter
Course Materials Market Manager
903-650-2059
km.carter@follett.com