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.

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

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: