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The cost of textbooks and supplies required for completion of each program of study at �鶹��Ƶ is included in the total tuition cost. The amount of tuition and fees for a student’s program is located on the student’s registration form.

By including the cost of textbooks and supplies required for each program in the total tuition amount billed to students, MTCC is able to pass along costs, which are at or below competitive market rates, which helps to reduce the costs for students. In addition, the textbook(s) and supplies are provide to students at the beginning of each scheduled course, so students have the necessary material(s) for their coursework timely.

Students have the right to opt-out of the inclusion of Cengage Unlimited being included in the total tuition. If a student chooses to assume the responsibility to purchase textbooks and supplies on their own, they must understand their rights and responsibilities of this opt-out request. Listed below are some important responsibilities for students to consider:

• The student will be responsible for purchasing all resources that are required for each course.
• The student is fully responsible for purchasing and receiving all required textbook(s) and supplies for each course on or before the third day of the course. They should understand that the costs incurred to purchase these will likely be higher than the cost included in the program tuition.
• If for any reason the student does not obtain their textbook(s) and or supplies timely, it is not the responsibility of MTCC (faculty or staff) to provide any accommodations.
• Once a student opts-out of including the costs of textbooks and supplies in the tuition cost for their program, the request cannot be reversed.
• The student must opt-out prior to the beginning of each semester
• If a student changes his/her mind and wishes to opt-in, and if the opt-out period has not ended, you can opt back in during that period of time. Please log back in to the opt-out portal and choose “Opt-In”.

During the registration process, the student will initial their choice to opt-in or opt-out. Choosing to opt-in indicates their agreement to include the costs for textbooks and supplies provided by �鶹��Ƶ, in the total tuition.

If a student chooses to opt-out, they will complete and submit the Cengage Unlimited Opt-out form, along with a copy of their registration paperwork, to the Financial Aid Office for processing. The total amount listed on the Textbook & Supplies List for their program will be deducted from the amount of tuition listed on the registration form.

Cengage Unlimited Opt-out Form

This form must be submitted before the first day of class and is valid for the semester in which it is submitted. Please submit the completed form to the Business Office.

Student ID Number:______________________________

I, ____________________________________ wish to opt-out of Cengage Unlimited program Full Name

and purchase my own textbooks from a third party for the ___________________ semester. I further understand that: (initial each item) Semester (i.e. Fall 2024)

It is my responsibility to ensure I am using the correct edition as required by my instructor.

It is my responsibility to ensure I have a book at the beginning of each class.

If I fail to obtain the proper textbook prior to the beginning of my class, my grade could suffer due to the inability to read or complete required textbook assignments. It is not the responsibility of �鶹��Ƶ faculty or staff to provide extenuating accommodations for me.

It is my responsibility to ensure I have all textbook supplements that may be used in class.

I have had the opportunity to have all my questions addressed by a College official.

By signing this for, I understand that as a qualified Title IV financial aid recipient, I am opting out of the privilege of having the flat rate textbook fee charged to my student account and this choice is final for the semester indicated on this form. I understand that I will not be able to charge any products at the �鶹��Ƶ bookstore.

Student Signature Date

College Official Signature Date