Panther Ready

What is Panther Ready?

Panther Ready is a time-saving and cost-lowering course material bundling program that ensures ALL �鶹��ýӳ�� students can get ALL of their required course materials in-hand by the first day of class.

Offered by Barnes & Noble College (BNC) in partnership with �鶹��ýӳ��, Panther Ready is a concierge-style service designed to help students purchase and/or rent their textbooks and other course materials, for all of their classes, through a quick and straightforward process that costs less than everyday textbook shopping.

The first step toward success is being "Panther Ready!"

Panther Ready makes getting your course materials more convenient and affordable.

Enrollment in Panther Ready is automatic and happens at the start of each term/semester. Students who wish to acquire their required textbooks and course materials on their own may opt-out of Panther Ready before the start of each term/semester they are enrolled at �鶹��ýӳ��.

Pay just $27 per credit hour for all required course materials
Save 35-50% on the cost of course materials each term
Receive all your course materials by the first day of class
Automatic enrollment at start of each term/semester with option to opt-out

**Students are encouraged to review all correspondence from the Bookstore regarding Panther Ready through their �鶹��ýӳ�� my.fit.edu email address. Review your PAWS account and be sure to open the "New Billing Statement Issued" emails, for detail on fees for Panther Ready. The opt-out period is a fixed window, and opt-out request will not be accepted after the deadline.

Billing statements may reflect Panther Ready charges before the opt-out period begins. If you choose to opt out, please return during the official opt-out window to complete the process.**

How Panther Ready Works

1. Register

Register for classes. Our system will know what books and other resources you'll require. You'll receive a notification from the bookstore.

2. Review

Confirm your courses, select how you would like to receive your physical materials. Digital materials are provided through Canvas.

3. Receive

You will get a notification when your package is on its way, or when its ready for you to pick up.

4. Return

Another course term is in the books! Now it's time to return the rented ones. (The bookstore will remind you.)

1. Register for Class

Upon registering for courses each term/semester, you will be automatically enrolled in Panther Ready and the �鶹��ýӳ�� Bookstore will begin packaging your materials. A $27 per credit hour charge will be applied to your student account, saving you 35–50% on the cost of course materials.

Note these important reminders:

If your semester involves an internship or classes with no book, or your course materials are free, you will want to carefully review the cost-savings information and may choose to opt out.
If you will need the same textbook for more than one class, it may be more cost effective to buy it once than rent it multiple times through Panther Ready. Again, review your options carefully prior to verifying or opting out for the term/semester.

2. Verify Your Order or Opt-out

About 30 days before the first day of classes, you will receive an email about your course materials. The email will contain a link to verify your order and select how you would like to receive your course materials. You have the option to pick up your materials on campus or have them shipped to you. Access codes for digital materials will be active during the semester and shared with you via Canvas.

Once you verify, Panther Ready will procure the materials for all of your courses. If you choose to opt-out, you will have to source all course materials independently. Although the program benefits most students, you may wish to compare the cost of course materials required for your classes before deciding to participate. You may choose to opt out only during the selection period for the upcoming term/semester.

Please refer to the 'Verify' button above in the right sidebar for the most current time frame to verify or opt out of course materials.

3. Receive Your Materials

If you participate in the program, an email notification will be sent when your order is ready for pickup at the �鶹��ýӳ�� Bookstore or when it ships. Your digital materials will be delivered for your course(s) within Canvas.

4. Return the Rentals

It's important to return any rented course materials on-time to avoid additional charges. Rented materials are due back to the �鶹��ýӳ�� Bookstore by the last day of finals for the term/semester in which they were acquired.

�鶹��ýӳ�� Bookstore

The �鶹��ýӳ�� Bookstore is located in the .

Bookstore Hours

Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Contact the Bookstore

Email: fltech@bncollege.com
Phone: (321) 674-8042