Canisius Complete

Canisius Complete: Your New Course Materials Program

Canisius Complete is replacing the traditional college bookstore experience. Instead of shopping for textbooks yourself, this new program automatically provides all your required course materials in one streamlined package at a lower cost than purchasing them individually.

Canisius Complete
How Does It Work?
  • Physical Books: Your textbooks will be packaged and ready for you to pick up. These books are rentals, not purchases, so you'll return them at the end of the semester.
  • Digital Materials: You'll get instant access to all digital course content through a dedicated campus portal.
  • End of Term: When the semester ends, you'll receive email reminders about returning your rented books to the bookstore.
Am I Automatically Enrolled?

Yes. All undergraduate students are automatically enrolled in Canisius Complete. You don't need to do anything to sign up as your course materials will be ready for you.

Can I Opt Out?

Yes, you have the option to opt out of the program if you prefer to purchase or rent your course materials on your own. (More information on opting out below).

What You Need To Do

Register for Classes

Upon registering for courses, you will be automatically enrolled into the program.

Verify Your Order

Starting 30 days before the first day of classes, you will receive an email to verify your order and select your fulfillment preference.

Verify Your Order

Receive Your Textbooks

An email notification will be sent when your order is ready for pickup or when it ships. Your digital materials will be delivered for your course(s) within D2L.

Benefits of Canisius Complete

  • Canisius Complete simplifies the student experience
  • It lowers the cost of materials
  • It ensures students have access to all of their required course materials on or before the first day of class. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are included in the program?

The program provides all required textbooks, eTextbooks, lab manuals, and access codes to eligible students.

What materials are excluded from the program?

The program does not include consumable course supplies that cannot be returned and reused such as lab goggles, dissection kits, or molecular model kits.

How Much Does it Cost?

$24 per credit hour. The Canisius Complete Course Material fee will be added to your student bill.

Can I opt-out of the program?

Students have the option to opt-out of the Canisius Complete program each semester during the opt-out window. The opt-out window is open until 1/28/26 for the spring 2026 semester.

By opting out, students will not receive their required materials in a convenient package and access to digital content will be removed after the opt-out window closes. 

Options for purchasing course materials after opting out can be found on the bookstore website. To begin the opt-out process, please follow this link.

How do I change my opt-out status?

To change your opt-out status and opt into the Canisius Complete program, follow this link or follow the instructions found in the opt-out confirmation email you received after opting-out. Please note you must make your final selection for Spring 2026 Course Materials by 1/28/26.

How do I purchase my course materials if I decide to opt-out of the program?

Students will be responsible for purchasing their required course materials through the bookstore.

When are my textbook rentals due back to the bookstore?

The deadline to return all rental textbooks is the last day of final exams for the semester. Students will receive reminders ahead of the rental deadline to their email address.

Can I buy my rented textbook?

Yes, the program provides you with the option to purchase any rental textbooks at a reduced rate during the semester.

Do I need to return books if they are for a continuation course?

Yes, you will still be required to return continuation course textbooks. You will be issued the same title for the next semester of the continuation course.

What happens if I never verify my order?

Students will receive email notifications from the bookstore reminding them to verify their order and choose their fulfillment preference. If the student does not opt-out, their materials will be held at the bookstore and their student account will be charged.

If I never pick up my books, will I still get charged?

Yes, if the student does not opt-out, physical materials will be held at the bookstore, digital materials will be accessed through D2L and the student account will be charged.

What if I drop a class?

If course materials have been picked up or delivered for the dropped class, those materials should be returned to the bookstore within 48 hours. If you drop a class and enroll in a different class, the bookstore will “swap” the required course materials so that you have what you need.

Can I opt-out if I picked up my textbooks?

Yes, you will have 48 hours to return your textbooks. If you do not return the textbooks, the charges for the bundle will remain on your student account and you will be subject to a replacement and non-return processing fee.

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