Textbooks and Course Materials

University Co-op has partnered with UT for Me – Powered by Dell Scholars to provide textbooks and course materials at the lowest possible cost. UT for Me students receive a $250 scholarship credit to purchase course materials at the University Co-op.



UT for Me Virtual Info Session

August 14th, 3:00PM

Sign up to attend the session here: UT for Me Info Session Signup


FAQ Accordion

Frequently Asked Questions

Eligible Items
What am I able to purchase with my UT for Me textbook credit

Textbooks, school supplies, art supplies and lab equipment needed for classes, and your graduation cap, gown, tassel, and stole. Backpacks and padfolios are not eligible to be purchased with UT for Me textbook credit

Can I add Longhorn gear to my order?

No, you will need to purchase ineligible items like Longhorn apparel separately

What is LTA and how can I use my UT for Me textbook credit towards LTA materials?

Longhorn Textbook Access (LTA) is a digital textbook available through the "My Textbooks" tab in Canvas. The cost of your LTA materials will be deducted from your available UT for Me textbook credit after the 12th class day. If you have a remaining balance, it will be charged to your "What I Owe" page You will receive an email when your LTA balance has been deducted from your UT for Me textbook credit.

Using the UT for Me Textbook Credit
When do UT for Me students get their textbook credits?

Students receive their annual textbook credit in August. Each August, the University Co-op emails students directly about their textbook credits and hosts info sessions to demonstrate how to use them. You must fill out the Annual Situational survey in advance to receive.

What do I need to bring to the store to make my purchases?

Please bring a photo ID to shop in store. You can check out at any register, but let the cashier know that you’re a UT for Me student who would like to use your textbook credit. We will ask you for your UT EID at the register to find your account.

Can I use my UT for Me textbook credit online?

You can place online orders as long as they total less than your textbook credit amount.

Purchases over the textbook credit amount will have to be made in store.

1) Use the Forgot Password link on the log in page to set up your online account (use the email address where you recieve UT for Me email communication). Note: if you are a returning UT for Me student, you will not need to create an account, you will log into your existing account.

2) You will have to be logged into your Co-op account to use your UT for Me textbook credit. Shop for your materials. At checkout, select "Invoice" as your payment option.

Y 3) Place your order.

How can I use my UT for Me textbook credit towards LTA materials?

The cost of your LTA materials will be deducted from your available UT for Me textbook credit after the 12th class day. If you have a remaining balance, it will be charged to your "What I Owe" page

Account Troubleshooting
How much do I receive with my UT for Me Textbook Credit?

You will receive $250 to be used annually.

How do I check my account balance?

Log into your account.

Navigate to the balance inquiry page, then select scholarship account to see your latest scholarship account balance

Does my textbook credit expire?

As long as you remain eligible in the UT for Me program, your credits will roll over until you graduate.

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