Frequently Asked Questions

What am I able to purchase with my Co-op Course Material Scholarship?

Textbooks, school supplies, art supplies and lab equipment needed for classes. Graduation regalia, backpacks and padfolios are not eligible to be purchased with the Co-op Course Material Scholarship.

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 Co-op Course Material Scholarship 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 Co-op Course Material Scholarship 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 Co-op Course Material Scholarship.

Why does my Co-op Course Material Scholarship not apply to graduation regalia?

The goal of the University Co-op course material scholarship is to offset the cost of materials required for classes to help set students up for academic success. This scholarship is funded by the profits from sales at the Co-op and generous donations from Co-op customers.

Allowing the usage of scholarship funds on graduation materials is not within the scope of the goal of the scholarship.

When do students get their Co-op Course Material Scholarships?

Students receive their Co-op Course Material Scholarship in August. Each August, the University Co-op emails students directly about their course material scholarship and hosts info sessions to demonstrate how to use them.

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 Co-op Course Material Scholarship student who would like to use your scholarship funds. We will ask you for your UT EID at the register to find your account.

Can I use my Co-op Course Material Scholarship online?

Yes! You may use your scholarship funds to purchase eligible items online.

If your order total exceeds your scholarship balance, you will be prompted to pay the remaining balance with another payment method.

How do I use my Co-op Course Material Scholarship online?

You must be logged into your Co-op account to use your Co-op Course Material Scholarship.

To login, click the person icon at the top right hand side of our website. Make sure to check "Apply scholarship balance" under payment methods during checkout.

If you are accessing your account for the first time, use the Forgot Password link on the log in page to set up your account. Use the email address where you receive Co-op Course Material Scholarship email communication.

Can I have my order shipped to my residence?

Please select "Pick-up" as your shipping method during checkout; this option is available to you for free.

Your scholarship cannot be used toward shipping costs. If you choose to have your order shipped, you will receive an email prompting you to pay for any shipping costs. Your order will not be processed until shipping fees are paid.

How can I use my Co-op Course Material Scholarship towards LTA materials?

The cost of your LTA materials will be deducted from your available Co-op Course Material Scholarship after the 12th class day. If you have a remaining balance, it will be charged to your "What I Owe" page.

How much do I receive with my Co-op Course Material Scholarship?

You will receive $250 to be used annually.

How do I check my account balance?

Log into your account. Once you are logged in and viewing your account, click "Profile" on the top left hand side. Your balance will be shown under "Payment Methods."

You can also see your account balance during checkout.

Does my Co-op Course Material Scholarship expire?

Your Co-op Course Material Scholarship is available through the second class day of the second summer term. Your Co-op Course Material Scholarship does not roll over each academic year.

Who is eligible for a Co-op Course Material Scholarship?

There is no application process for the Co-op Course Material Scholarship. The Scholarship is awarded based on the information a student provides on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or participation in the Longhorn Band, Pom & Cheer Squad, being a scholarship student athlete at UT Austin, or being a University Co-op employee.

How does a student know if they’re getting Co-op Course Material Scholarship?

For most students, the Co-op Course Material Scholarship is part of the student’s complete financial aid package in the My Financial Aid portal.

For Pom & Cheer members, Longhorn Band members or Co-op employees, you'll receive a welcome email when we receive your information from the University.

For scholarship student athletes, your coordinator will get your books to you. No action is needed on your part.