Averett All-Access Textbook Assistance Program Overview
In Summer 2020, Averett University addressed the issue of student access to textbooks through the implementation of the All-Access Textbook Assistance Program. This program aimed to improve affordability, student outcomes, and retention rates by providing all-inclusive textbook packages to students. By offering a cost-effective and flexible solution, Averett sought to enhance the educational experience for students across various programs. Additionally, the program included a cost analysis showcasing substantial savings for students, particularly in programs like Nursing. Furthermore, the Cougar Cares Program extended support beyond textbooks, covering essentials like clothing, food, and medical co-pays, promoting student success and well-being.
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Averett All Averett All- -Access Textbook Assistance Program Textbook Assistance Program Access Dr. Billy Wooten Dean of Engaged Learning Executive Director of the Center for Community Engagement and Career Competitiveness
Context Context Summer 2020 task force assembled Too many students did not have access Borrowing, sharing, copying chapters Too many students were obtaining mid-semester Retention in certain courses negatively impacted Professional programs were becoming cost-prohibitive Nursing average of $913 per semester Education average of $642 per semester Business average of $571 per semester Two options emerged as viable Publisher-based model Cheaper but limited to the publisher titles and excluded professional programs like Nursing and Equestrian All-Access program was about 15% more expensive but gave total flexibility
All All- -Access Process Access Process AFFORDABILITY STUDENT OUTCOMES Faculty choose texts All courses become All-Access courses Students select courses Lists sent to campus bookstore Bookstore pulls ALL materials (books, access codes, etc.) Materials are pre-packaged for students Bookstore runs costs both ways Students choose and pick up package
Cost Analysis Cost Analysis Flat fee of $26 per credit hour Rental model Return, BUT Can buy them at buyback rate $250 textbook buyback rate of $45-$60 ALL-ACCESS $390 TOTAL SAVINGS OF $256 Non-Access Cost for 1st Year New 15 Hours BIO 101 - $208 ENG 111 - $127 HLTH 200 - $100 Averett 101 - $37 MTH 103 - $174 $646 TOTAL
Cost Cost Cont Cont 2nd Year Nursing Student 12 credit hours worth of books $887 Total All-Access $312 Total SAVED - $575 Buyback for 4 books $217 additional Total of $529 SAVED - $358
Cost Cost Cont Cont COUGAR CARES PROGRAM Clothing, food, hygiene products, medical co-pays, textbooks, etc. Loaner laptop program with 15 machines in circulation With All-Access, an eligible student may receive an internal grant to cover the remaining costs EFC of $1000 or lower
Results Results Spring 2021 41% used All-Access; 59% did not Fall 2021 63% used All-Access; 47% did not One primary reason why not Was not the cheaper option Increased retention in several courses, especially Nursing, Biology, Education Fewer care reports in student success regarding textbooks 1st day engagement improved Same editions avoid lowest common denominator content
Student Testimonials Student Testimonials I don t have to worry about not having my books on the 1st day of class and feeling left behind. I used to copy chapters from a friend but now I have my own copy. Now, I don t have to go to Amazon or other online sources and wait forever to get my books.
