Understanding Day One Access
What is Day One Access?
Day One Access provides students with course materials at a reduced cost, ensuring they are prepared for the first day of class. Materials are available through Blackboard/Brightspace, and students have the option to opt out. Print materials are available for pickup or shipping.
Benefits for Students:
- Lower costs (20-70% off traditional textbook pricing)
- Immediate access to materials, reducing coursework delays
- Seamless integration with Blackboard/Brightspace
Enrollment, Billing, and Refunds
| What happens if a student drops the course? | Students who drop within the census date receive a full refund for the Day One Access charge. |
| How does billing work? | Charges are automatically posted to student accounts upon enrollment. Opting out removes the charge. |
| What if a student fails to pay? | Unpaid balances may lead to revoked access, and UCA will receive a credit in the next billing cycle. |
Access and Usage
| How does Day One Access work for multi-semester books? | Charges apply only in the first semester. Transfers or new enrollments may require new purchases. |
| How long do students retain access? | Courseware lasts as per publisher license; eBooks typically last 180 days. |
| What if a student fails and retakes the class? | Repayment is required unless the material has an extended license. |
Opting Out & Physical Book Options
What does 'Opt Out' mean?
Opting out removes access and cancels the charge. Students can opt out at theucabookstore.com. Watch a tutorial.
Can students get a physical book?
Some publishers offer discounted print options within Day One Access.
Technical Support & Contact
| What if students can't access materials? | Ensure they use Blackboard/Brightspace correctly. If issues persist, take a screenshot and contact the bookstore. |
| Can students opt back in? | They may opt back in before the deadline. Afterward, reinstatement is not guaranteed. |
For further questions, contact:
TJ McDonald
The UCA Bookstore
Email: tmcdonald@textbookbrokers.com