IA Resources
📘 What is IA?
IA gives you digital course materials at a discount (up to 80% off print books). You’ll get access on or before the first day of class via Canvas.
🧭 How to Access Your Materials
- Login to Canvas and open your course.
- In your course the IA materials will be available under: a) A direct link from the publishers, b) Under the modules tab, or c) Under the assignments tab.
- For the few that need an access code check your email with the subject: “IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE BRONCO SHOP…”
🔁 Opting Out (or Back In)
- You’re automatically opted in to IA.
- To opt out, visit your Student Booklist.
- Opt-out deadline depends on your course start date (see table below).
- Missed the deadline? No refunds are available.
- Opt-outs are refunded by Student Financial Services.
📅 Fall 2025 IA Deadlines
| Session Start | IA Opt-Out Deadline | Textbook Return Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| August 25 | September 8 | September 8 |
💬 Frequently Asked Questions
🔁 Am I automatically opted in?
Yes. If your course uses IA, you're automatically enrolled and charged. The fee appears in your Student Center as an e-textbook transaction.
❌ I don’t want IA. Can I opt out?
Yes, you can opt out until the deadline for your course session. If you do, you won’t be charged. But you’ll need to get the course materials on your own. Visit your booklist at my.boisestate.edu. Select the item and follow the Opt-Out instructions.
✅ Can I opt back in later?
Yes—if it’s before the opt-out deadline. Use the link sent to your student email to opt back in. Use the course materials button in your Canvas course to access. This will only be available until the add/drop date each semester.
❌ I dropped the course. Do I still need to opt out?
Yes. If you drop the course before the add/drop deadline, you need to opt out and to ensure you won’t be charged. No refunds are given if you drop after the deadline.
💵 How do I pay for access?
It shows up as a textbook fee in your Student Center.
🎓 I have a scholarship. Can I use it for IA?
Yes—if your scholarship is eligible. Email broncoshopaccounts@boisestate.edu for help applying your scholarship to IA materials.
📭 I didn’t use the materials. Do I still have to pay?
Yes. If you're enrolled and didn't opt out before the deadline, you will be charged—even if you didn't access the materials.
📬 I didn’t get the IA email. Was one sent?
All IA students receive multiple emails. Check your spam folder, or search for “Bronco Shop” or “@verbasoftware.com.” Still missing? Contact textbookoffice@boisestate.edu.
🌐 I’m having trouble accessing my materials. What should I do?
Try clearing your cookies and cache, or switching browsers. Here’s help for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
Contact your professor.
📨 I still have questions. Who do I contact?
Email the Bronco Shop at textbookoffice@boisestate.edu. For course-specific issues, contact your instructor.
Heads up! The OIT Help Desk is great with tech issues, but for anything related to IA, please reach out to the Bronco Shop team—they’re the experts on IA materials.
📞 Contact Your Publisher
Click the logos below to email your Boise State University access support.
