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.
| LTA deadline activity | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opting Out | Students will have until the end of the twelfth class day (fourth class day for summer) to opt-out of the LTA program for designated courses. | Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | Wednesday, January 28, 2026 |
| Bill issued | If a student does not opt-out for the LTA materials, they will be issued a bill. | Thursday, June 5, 2025 | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 | Tuesday, January 20, 2026 |
| Bill due date | Student must pay bill by the deadline. | Wednesday, June 18, 2025 | Monday, September 22, 2025 | Monday, February 9, 2026 |
LTA deadline activity
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Opting Out
Students will have until the end of the twelfth class day (fourth class day for summer) to opt-out of the LTA program for designated courses. -
Bill issued
If a student does not opt-out for the LTA materials, they will be issued a bill. -
Bill due date
Student must pay bill by the deadline.
Summer 2025
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Opting Out
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 -
Bill issued
Thursday, June 5, 2025 -
Bill due date
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Fall 2025
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Opting Out
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 -
Bill issued
Tuesday, September 2, 2025 -
Bill due date
Monday, September 22, 2025
Spring 2026
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Opting Out
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 -
Bill issued
Tuesday, January 20, 2026 -
Bill due date
Monday, February 9, 2026
*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 on UT Direct. You will still need to 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 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 512-593-5737.
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 provides an annual textbook credit based on student eligibility and available funding. Scholarship recipients can use this credit to purchase digital and physical course materials from the University Co-op, including textbooks, school supplies, and lab equipment required for classes. Eligible students will receive detailed instructions from the University Co-Op on how to use the credit and will see a placeholder on their financial aid package in the My Financial Aid portal. These funds do not disburse directly to the student as the credit is redeemable exclusively at the University Co-op.
FAQ for Recipients
How do I use my University Co-op Course Material Scholarship?
Bring your eligible items and a photo id to the cashier at the Co-op and give them your UT 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?
Items needed for classes, such as textbooks (new, used or eBooks), school supplies and courseware, art supplies, lab equipment and scrubs. The University Co-op Course Material Scholarship cannot be used toward graduation regalia, backpacks, padfolios or Longhorn apparel.
When can I use my University Co-op Course Material Scholarship?
Your credit will be available to use at the University Co-op starting each academic year in early August. Credits must be used by the annual deadline for the corresponding academic year:
- 2024-25 deadline: Thursday, July 17, 2025
- 2025-26 deadline: Thursday, July 16, 2026
Where is the University Co-op?
The University Co-op is located at 2246 Guadalupe Street, across from West Mall and the Texas Union.
How can I learn more?
More details can be found on the Co-Op’s website.
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.