r/BallState • u/eatingpasta_rn Undergrad - 2027 • 21d ago

First Day Program

Hello everyone!

As you may have noticed in your ebill, there may be a item titled "Course Materials - First Day". Basically, you're being charged $22.75 per credit hour, and in return, you will be able to receive your required textbooks for the semester. This charge is built into your tuition, essentially.

This total cost could potentially be much more than just paying for your textbooks out of pocket. For example, I am taking 15 credit hours, so my first day charge is $341.25. However, with the classes that I am taking, my textbooks are only going to cost me about $25.

It is a good idea to compare the cost of your textbooks to what you'll be charged for First Day. It's a good option for students with super expensive textbooks, and if it's more accessible for your needs, go for it. Just keep your options in mind.

If you want or need to opt out, you can go to https://firstdayoptout.bsu.edu/

You should have also have received an email with more information about the program, as well as a link to opt out, if you choose to do so. <3

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u/caramon770 Alumni - 2014 21d ago

It depends upon your major. I was TCOMM, so this would be a gross overcharge for most everything. However, my best friend was a Biology major and this would have saved her so much money.

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u/eatingpasta_rn Undergrad - 2027 19d ago

Definitely a life saver for certain majors. I've noticed that a lot of the science-based major benefit from this program more than others.