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Follett ACCESS Program

Florida Atlantic University has collaborated with Follett Higher Education and several national publishers to offer Follett’s ACCESS program which delivers all course materials, both print and digital to students at a substantial discount on or before the first day of class. Follett’s ACCESS Program allows students to opt-in to receive their discounted course materials. With a few easy steps, students gain instant access to their course materials and save up to 40% off the national retail price.

 

What courses are participating in the program?

Fall Full, 1st Half, 1st & 2nd 5-week Terms: click here for the full list of courses

Follett ACCESS Opt-in & Opt-Out portal will be open until August 23 , 5pm.

Fall 2nd Half and 3rd 5-week Terms: click here for the full list of courses

Follett ACCESS Opt-in & Opt-out portal will be open until October 18 , 5pm.

Students in these courses will receive emails from  noreply@Follett.com  with instructions on how to opt-in. You can also check with your instructor or your course syllabus in Canvas to see if your course is participating. Keep reading on this page for more information on the process, including a very helpful video.

 

Can I use my financial aid?  

Yes! If you are receiving Federal financial aid in excess of tuition and fees, and you wish to apply this excess Federal aid to pay for non-institutional charges (including Follett ACCESS charges),  you must authorize Florida Atlantic University to pay these charges from your excess Federal aid.  This authorization must be provided prior to opting-in to the ACCESS program.

You may provide this authorization (or confirm that you have an authorization on file) by completing the steps under "Federal Funds Authorization" found at this link.

To avoid unexpected charges, holds, or delays, make sure to  check your account balance before the end of the add/drop period:

Fall Full, 1st Half, and 1st & 2nd 5-week Terms: August 23, 5pm

Fall 2nd Half and 3rd 5-week Terms: October 18, 5pm

 

What is the benefit of participating in the program?

The goals of this program are to improve textbook affordability, and to improve your success in class. Participating in this program, will bring deeply discounted prices on your course materials, the guaranteed right materials, and the ability to access your course materials on or before the first day of class.

 

How do I opt-in to receive my course materials?

You will receive an email from the Florida Atlantic Bookstore at noreply@Follett.com , notifying you of your enrollment in a Follett ACCESS course. Follow the link in the email to the opt-in portal, enter your Z number, and opt-in to the materials

 Follett Customer Portal

 

  • After opting-in, you will receive an email with your materials enclosed.  The charge for the materials will be posted directly to your Florida Atlantic University student account and is eligible to be paid by qualifying financial awards.  If you drop the course during the add/drop period, charges will be refunded automatically.
  • Still have questions? Watch this video and  download this PowerPoint presentation  for further information.

      

What is the deadline to opt-in?

You must opt-in or out by 08/23/2024 (Fall First Half) or 10/19/2024 (Fall Second Half) to receive these substantial discounts. If you do not opt-in by this date, you can still purchase materials from the Florida Atlantic University Bookstore in person or online.

 

How do I pay for my course materials? 

Charges for course materials purchased in the Follett ACCESS program will be added to your Florida Atlantic University student account under the title “IncludED Materials”. For payment options, visit:  https://www.fau.edu/controller/student-services/payment/

If you plan to pay through a third party such as FAU High, Vocational Rehabilitation, Veterans Affairs, Athletics Scholarship, or other book scholarship, you are not eligible to use this program.

 

What happens if I drop the course?

If you drop the course before the posted drop deadline, you will not be charged. However, if the course is dropped after the deadline, the student is responsible for ALL fees associated with the dropped course.

 

Who do I contact if I need technical support accessing my course materials?

The Follett Bookstore Manager, Kelly O'Donnell (he/him) will be able to assist with any questions or problems you may encounter purchasing or receiving course materials during this Follett ACCESS pilot program. The manager’s office is located on the Boca Raton campus and can be contacted using the info below:

  • Kelly O'Donnell, email: 2076mgr@follett.com, phone: 561.297.3720