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William Paterson students are now saving hundreds of dollars at the start of each semester by renting their textbooks instead of buying them.
Rent-A-Text, a new program adopted by Follett Education Group, the company that operates the University’s bookstore, is saving students up to 55 percent off the cost of new textbooks.
Naima Ricks, a senior majoring in sociology, was pleased that the rental process went smoothly and was a big savings. “I rented five books for $100 this semester, when it would have cost me about $250,” says Ricks.
Approximately 38 percent of book titles are now available for rental and the percentage is expected to increase as the program grows.
Once students complete the rental agreement, they are be able to rent textbooks online or at the bookstore. Students are allowed to highlight text and write in the rented textbooks as part of the normal wear and tear. They may also convert a rented textbook into a purchase at anytime.
The program accepts the same forms of payment used to purchase books, including the Pioneer card and student aid. For more information, visit the campus bookstore in person or online at www.wilpaterson.bkstr.com.
