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Redeem eBook Access Code - Courseware Only

IMPORTANT: THIS DOES NOT WORK ON IPHONES AND IPADS

How do I access my eBook access code that has courseware (Cengage MindTap, Pearson MyLabs, etc.)?
Please follow the steps below:

1. Purchase eBook with courseware at the bookstore and receive a VitalSource access code (20-digit alphanumeric) and redemption URL printed on the receipt or via an email

eBook access platform logo

2. Navigate to online.vitalsource.com and create a VitalSource Bookshelf account if you do not have one already

Step showing VitalSource Bookshelf account creation to access courseware eBook
3. Click “Redeem Codes”

Step showing courseware access code entry on the publisher website

4. Enter the VitalSource access code and click Redeem

Step showing courseware platform login and account setup

5. Once the product presents on the bookshelf, click “Reveal Access Code”. Once you click “Reveal Access Code”, the eBook with courseware is no longer returnable in the bookstore.

Step showing VitalSource Bookshelf with redeemed courseware eBook

6. Click “Continue” and then “Reveal Access Code” on popup. Once you click “Reveal Access Code”, the eBook with courseware is no longer returnable in the bookstore.

Step showing VitalSource eBook redemption confirmation

7. Copy the new Access Code that has just been revealed (different from the VitalSource access code) and click “Visit Website” to navigate to the publisher's website

Step showing VitalSource Bookshelf app download screen

8. Complete via the publisher's required procedures

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