Report shows Warhawk Bundle provides big savings for students

Published July 1, 2026

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MONROE, La.– has now completedfouracademic years using the Warhawk Bundle program, and it continues to be a cost-saver for students.Data provided by Barnes & Noble College (BNC) shows that students saved an estimated $1,683,987in the Fall 2025and Spring 2026semesters.

Since the Fall 2022semester, , in conjunction with Barnes & Noble Education, has offered the Warhawk Bundle, a concierge service that allows students to have access toall of their course materials before the first day of class.

“The Warhawk Bundle continues to exceed expectations while at the same time saving our students lots of time and money,” said Tommy Walpole, Executive Director ofAuxiliaryEnterprises. “Every student shouldlook intothis program,and when they do, thevast majoritywill realizeit will save them money,” added Walpole.

According to the report provided by BNC, 91% of students surveyed reported that the Warhawk Bundle saved them time in shopping for course materials, with86% saying they were better prepared for the academic term.Additionally,82%statedthe program had a positive impact on theirsuccess,and 89% said they were likely toparticipatein the program in the future.

Students surveyed by BNC also shared their experiences withtheWarhawkBundle. “It makes it easy to get textbooks, so it causes less stress. Youdon’tneed to worry about finding the correct textbooks outside of this bundle,” said one student.“Warhawk Bundle makes the book shopping process super easy and more affordable,” said another student.

With the Warhawk Bundle, instead of purchasingmaterials a la carte, the cost is included in each student’s account at the same time tuition is charged. Ahead of each term, students will receive an email from the bookstore prompting them to select their preferred delivery method. The bookstore prepares materials for each student andnotifies themwhen materials are available for in-store pickup or have shipped. Digital materials are automatically delivered to students withinCanvas, the university’s online course management system.

The Warhawk Bundle is currently available to all undergraduate students, with the exception of Nursing and Pharmacy students.The program provides all required textbooks, lab manuals, accesscodesand digital textbook versions to eligible undergraduate students. All eligible undergraduate students are automatically enrolled in the Warhawk Bundleprogram, butcan opt out if they choose.

Click here for more information about the Warhawk Bundle program.