How can I find out which textbooks I need?

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You can find out which textbooks you will need by reading over your course syllabus or by searching the Bookstore website.

 

To search for textbooks on the Bookstore website, you can search by keyword OR you can search by course to view your course materials. Just select the term, department, and instructor for each of your courses.

the bookstore's textbook search page

 

If you see the following message, then your textbook is available for free online, and a link to the textbook will be provided by your instructor.

the following text: Inclusive Access. TBD New. No action is required to purchase. Materials for this class are provided as part of the Equitable Access program.

 

If you see that one of your textbooks is labeled OER-OPEN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE CONTENT, then your textbook is also available online for free, and a link will be provided by your instructor. You only need to purchase a copy if you would prefer to own the print version.

a bookstore listing for an OER book

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  • Last Updated Jul 28, 2025
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  • Answered By Abbie Gettys

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