Books 4 Less is DACC’s course materials program designed to provide students with convenient, reliable access to required course materials by the first day of class. When students register for courses, they are automatically enrolled in Books 4 Less. The DACC Bookstore prepares all required materials for each registered course.

Digital materials are delivered directly in Canvas (DACC’s Learning Management System) through MyMaterials, where students can access their online library and use built-in learning tools.

Physical materials are prepared for in-store pickup at the DACC Bookstore, located in the Academic Resources building at the East Mesa Campus and can be kept at the end of the term.

Students who do not live in the greater Las Cruces area may request shipping by contacting: 2219mgr@follett.com 

The goal of Books 4 Less is simple: ensure every student starts class prepared with the correct materials, in the correct format, without the stress of finding their materials.

Program Benefits

• Students are prepared with all their required materials by the first day of class.
• Required digital materials are delivered directly in Canvas.
• Predictable, flat-rate pricing for all students, regardless of major.
• Eligible for financial aid and easy payment options.
• Reduced stress related to finding and purchasing required materials.
• All students have the correct materials in the correct edition each semester.
• A consistent experience for all students on campus.
• Flexible program participation options based on students’ needs.

Faculty retain full academic freedom and continue selecting the materials that best support their curriculum.

Yes, all students are automatically enrolled in Books 4 Less. Students will be notified during registration if their courses are included.

Students are notified at the time of course registration and through their NMSU email account prior to the start of the semester.

Students should monitor their NMSU email for emails from shop@em.follett.com:

• Important Information Regarding Your Course Materials for the Upcoming Term
• Instructions for accessing digital materials in Canvas/MyMaterials
• Pickup notifications for physical materials (if applicable)

Yes. Books 4 Less provides required course materials at a flat rate of:

$28 per credit hour

Based on historical bookstore data, DACC students previously spent an average of $36–$43 per credit hour on course materials. The Books 4 Less model represents an average savings of more than 33%, while also ensuring day-one access.

The fee is: $28 per credit hour

Examples:

• 3 credit hours = $84
• 12 credit hours = $336

The charge appears as a Course Materials line item on the student’s University Student Account.

The fee:

• Can be covered by financial aid,
• is interest-free,
• and is billed the same way as tuition.

This provides predictable budgeting and eliminates large, unexpected textbook purchases at the start of the semester.

All materials identified by instructors as “Required” are included in the program. This may include:

• Digital textbooks
• Printed textbooks
• Access codes
• Courseware 
• Some supplies

Materials labeled as “Recommended” or optional are not included but may be purchased separately through the DACC Bookstore.

Digital materials are available directly in:

• Leaning Management System (LMS): Canvas
• MyMaterials

Students will receive email instructions prior to the semester start date with access details.

Digital materials are typically available up to 10 days before the first day of class, depending on course activation timelines.

If a course requires physical materials:

• Students will receive an email notification when items are ready for pickup.
• Pickup is available at the DACC Bookstore (Academic Resources building, East Mesa Campus, 2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd, Las Cruces NM).
• Students must bring a valid Student ID.

Students outside the Las Cruces area may request shipping by contacting: 2219mgr@follett.com

If you add a course:

• Digital materials are delivered within approximately 24 hours.
• Physical materials (if required) will be prepared for pickup. Students will be notified via email when their physical materials are ready.

If you drop a course before the official deadline:

• Digital access is automatically disabled.
• Physical materials must be returned in accordance with program guidelines.
• Fee adjustments follow DACC’s academic calendar and census date policies.

This program puts students in the driver’s seat to determine if the program is the right fit for them.

For a consistent experience, all students are automatically enrolled in Books 4 Less when they register for classes. Students who are not interested in having their materials provided to them for a predictable price can easily opt out with each semester. There is no penalty to opt out.

Students may opt out each semester if they choose not to participate.

Students may opt out beginning 10 days prior to the start of the semester through the official census date.

To opt out, log in to the Opt-Out Portal using your NMSU email.

Important:

• Opting out removes you from the entire program for the semester.
• You cannot opt out of individual courses.
• If you opt out, you are responsible for purchasing all required materials independently.
• Students have until the official census date each semester to opt out of the Books 4 Less program.
• For a demo video of how to opt out, click here.

There is no penalty for opting out. Students must opt out each term if they choose not to participate.

Yes, students who receive required physical materials can keep those at the end of the term.

Digital materials are accessible for a minimum of 180 days and may be available longer depending on publisher terms.

No.

Faculty maintain full academic freedom and continue selecting the materials that best support their courses. Books 4 Less ensures those selected materials are available to students on time.

Open Educational Resources (OER) are fully supported within the program.

Students may contact:

DACC Bookstore

Phone: (575)-528-7253 
Email: 2219mgr@follett.com

Store Hours

Additional support information is provided in program emails sent to your NMSU account.