University Co-op Textbooks and Course Materials Programs
Longhorn Textbook Access
Longhorn Textbook Access (LTA) is an initiative in partnership with the University Co-op that is designed to reduce the cost of digital textbooks and other course materials for students. In addition to having access to low-cost course materials, students enrolled in LTA courses will:
- Have access to course materials on or before the first-class day
- Be able to access available course materials through Canvas
- Pay for course materials online through the “What I Owe” page
Important Deadlines
Spring 2024
- Opting out: Students will have until the end of the 12th class day to opt-out of the LTA program for designated courses. That date is Wednesday, January 31st, 2024.
- Bill issued: If a student does not opt-out for the LTA materials, they will be issued a bill on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
- Bill due date: Bill will be due on Monday, February 12, 2024.
*Students will receive communication via email concerning billing due dates.
Wondering if you have an LTA bill?
You can access a breakdown of your LTA charges at https://utdirect.utexas.edu/apps/ais/longhorn_textbook_access/student/. You will still need to the pay the balance through What I Owe before the deadline to maintain access to the LTA materials.
If you have questions regarding LTA billing on “What I Owe” or need help in paying your bill by the due date, please contact Texas One Stop at onestop@utexas.edu or (512) 232-6988.
If you have questions regarding course material access, opting in, opting out, or any other related inquiries, please see the FAQ on the University Co-op website, or contact the Co-op directly at LTAHelp@universitycoop.com or (512) 206-8959.
University Co–op Course Material Scholarship
The University Co-op Course Material Scholarship is an initiative created in partnership with the University Co-op that is designed to reduce the cost of digital textbooks and other course materials for eligible students.
The University Co-op Course Material Scholarship is provided as a textbook credit that is offered on an annual basis depending on a student’s eligibility and funding. Recipients of the University Co-op Course Material Scholarship will receive a textbook credit to purchase digital and hard copies of course materials from the University Co-op, including textbooks, school supplies, and lab equipment needed for classes. Eligible students will receive an email with further details on how to utilize the credit, and will see a financial aid placeholder on their Financial Aid Notice (FAN). These funds do not disburse to the student as the credit is redeemable directly from the University Co-op.
FAQ for Recipients
How do I use my University Co-op Course Material Scholarship? Bring your eligible items to the cashier at the Co-op and give them your EID. The cashier will pull up your account and deduct your eligible purchases from your balance. To shop online, click on the “forgot password” link to set up your account – make sure you use the same email address to set up your account that you use for your Financial Aid notification.
What can I purchase with my University Co-op Course Material Scholarship? New books, used books, eBooks, and courseware for your courses, school and art supplies, and scrubs. The University Co-op Course Material Scholarship cannot be used toward Longhorn gear.
When can I use my University Co-op Course Material Scholarship? Your credit will be available to use at the University Co-op starting in early August 2023, and you can use it until July 18, 2024. In addition, from 12:00-5:00 pm on August 17-20, 2023 there will be special shopping hours for Scholarship recipients; textbook experts will be on hand to help you through the process of using your Scholarship to purchase your materials.
Where is the University Co-op? The University Co-op is located at 2246 Guadalupe Street, just across from West Mall and the Texas Union.
How can I learn more? The Co-op will host an information session on August 10 at 2:15 PM (central) on Zoom. The link will be sent via email advance of the session and the recording will be made available for students who are unable to attend.
If you have questions regarding the University Co-op Course Material Scholarship or any other related inquiries, please see the FAQ on the University Co-op website, or contact the Co-op directly at weborder@universitycoop.com or 512-476-7211 .