University of Arkansas - Fort SmithLion Textbook Access Program

Yes. Students can opt out through their registration portal. Additionally, an opt-out link will be provided in an email sent to students' uafs.edu email address.  Students who opt out will be responsible for securing required textbooks and course materials.

Yes.

No, though students can opt out on a semester-by-semester basis.

Students who wish to opt out must do so before the last day to add/drop classes for the semester.

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 log in to the opt-out portal through the opt-out link provided by UAFS or by checking your school email address for the link.

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 your UAFS email address with details to access your digital materials. Almost all materials are provisioned directly into Blackboard.
• Dropped courses: For courses dropped prior to the drop/add/opt-out deadline, access to electronic or digital materials will automatically be disabled.

For digital material, the length of access is dependent on those specific materials. You should contact the UAFS bookstore for more information.

Yes, financial aid can cover the cost of this program.

Required materials are supplied at the beginning of each term. The materials will be accessed on or before the first day of class. You should continue to check your UAFS email (from noreply@follett.com) before the start of each term.

The majority of course materials and textbooks will be digital. Print materials will be offered if a digital version isn't available. Course materials can be digital, print, external website subscriptions, and any material submitted by faculty that is listed as required. Optional materials and supplies are not included.

This depends upon allowances made by the publisher. In some cases, low-cost, loose-leaf printed versions of the material may be available for an additional fee. Bookstore staff members will help you determine if this is possible.

Digital materials will be provided in Blackboard prior to the start of class, typically one week. Depending on material, students will either receive further direction from their instructor or an email with directions.

All digital materials that are part of the program will be reviewed to ensure they meet any accessibility requirements. Many eBooks already have an audio option for parts or all of the material.

This depends upon a variety of factors, but generally speaking, courseware and eBooks remain available for at least 90 days following the end of the course.

Please contact the Follett UAFS Bookstore at 2300mgr@follett.com or 479-788-7322. You can also visit the Follett UAFS bookstore websiteor drop by the bookstore, located in the Smith-Pendergraft Campus Center.