Villanova University Offers New Textbook Access Program to Save Students on Class Materials

Villanova University and the College of Professional Studies (CPS) seek to offer adult students a chance to earn their degrees at an elite university at a reasonable cost. However, the cost of textbooks and course materials has sometimes made that more difficult.

Moving forward, credit students in the College of Professional Studies will be able to leverage a new textbook access program designed to make textbooks and other course materials more affordable. This program is projected to collectively save Villanova students over $1 million annually. 

Under this program, students who opt in will pay a flat rate for their course materials based on the number of credits they take in a year. Please note that any student can opt-out, as this rate may not benefit every learner at Villanova.

For the 2024-25 academic year:

• Students taking 12 or more credits can elect to pay $275 for their required textbooks. 
• Students taking fewer than 12 credits will pay just $70 to participate in the program.
   

The Villanova Textbook Access Program applies to physical and digital textbooks. It is being implemented following a thorough review by the Academic Policy Committee, SGA and Graduate Student Senate representatives, the Council of Deans and the Executive Council.

For more information on the program, visit this page from the Office of the Provost, which includes FAQs. Current CPS credit students with further questions can contact their academic advisor, while prospective students can reach out to our Admissions Team.  

 

<sup>About Villanova University’s College of Professional Studies: Founded in 2014, the College of Professional Studies (CPS) provides academically rigorous yet flexible educational pathways to high-achieving adult learners who are balancing professional and educational aspirations with life’s commitments. The CPS experience embodies Villanova’s century-long commitment to making academic excellence accessible to students at all stages of life. Students in CPS programs engage with world-class Villanova faculty, including scholars and practitioners, explore innovative educational technologies and experiences, and join an influential network of passionate alumni. In addition to its industry-leading programs at the nexus of theory and practice, CPS has built a reputation for its personal approach and supportive community that empowers adult students to enrich their lives, enhance their value in the workplace, and embark on new careers.

PURSUE THE NEXT YOU™ and visit cps.villanova.edu for more information about the college, including a full list of education and program offerings.</sup>