Massachusetts Public Colleges and Universities and eCampus.com Announce Online Bookstore Partnership

eCampus.com has been selected to serve as the official online bookstore for 15 public higher education institutions across Massachusetts.

LEXINGTON, Ky., July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- eCampus.com is pleased to announce that they have been named the primary provider of course materials for 15 community colleges and state universities across Massachusetts, covering nearly 70,000 students. This collaboration aims to offer students an easy, cost-effective, and seamless way to access textbooks, digital resources, and other essential academic tools. A systemwide competitive search resulted in eCampus.com being selected for their focus on a customer-centric experience backed by over 25 years of commitment to lower costs and increased choice. The 15 institutions across Massachusetts are as follows:

• Berkshire Community College
• Cape Cod Community College
• Fitchburg State University
• Framingham State University
• Massachusetts College of Art and Design
• Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
• Massasoit Community College
• MassBay Community College
• Middlesex Community College
• Mount Wachusett Community College
• Northern Essex Community College
• Quinsigamond Community College
• Salem State University
• Westfield State University
• Worcester State University

As a leading provider in the online bookstore space, eCampus.com is known for delivering accessible, user-friendly shopping experiences. eCampus.com will provide students with 24/7 access to a customized website that guarantees the right professor-selected course materials. Through a seamless single sign-on process, the online bookstore will generate a customized textbook list aligned to each student's course schedule. This streamlined platform acts as a convenient, one-stop destination for all textbook and digital content needs. Students can explore a wide selection of affordable course materials—including new, used, rental, and digital options—available at varying price points. Additionally, eCampus.com grants exclusive access to its Marketplace, where students can purchase select materials from third-party sellers, often at significantly reduced prices.

"We look forward to working with eCampus," said Vincent Pedone, Executive Director of the State Universities Council of Presidents. "Through this new partnership, we aim to provide our campus communities with a modern and efficient approach to accessing affordable textbooks, course materials and merchandise."

To support Massachusetts' mission of providing students with essential academic resources, eCampus.com is committed to delivering a cost-effective, stress-free shopping experience. With a price match guarantee, students can feel confident they're getting the best value on textbooks and course materials. Flexible shipping options and a 15-day return window from the start of classes add further convenience, ensuring students have easy access to the materials they need for academic success.

"The participating community colleges are excited by the opportunity we see from bringing eCampus.com on board," said Sarah Yunits, Deputy Executive Director of the Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges. "We know our students will be well-served by their flexibility and customer service, and we look forward to our partnership."

eCampus.com will provide instructors with a streamlined online adoption platform designed to simplify and enhance the course material selection process. The adoption platform allows faculty to explore a wide range of options by evaluating real-time pricing, availability, and student purchasing trends. With this data-driven approach, instructors can make informed decisions that align with their teaching objectives and academic freedom while remaining mindful of student needs and budgets.

"At eCampus.com, our mission has always been to simplify the course material experience for students and educators alike," said Matt Montgomery, President and CEO of eCampus.com. "Partnering with 15 public colleges and universities across Massachusetts allows us to deliver a streamlined and affordable solution that ensures every student has easy access to the resources they need to thrive academically without the burden of high costs or logistical barriers."

eCampus.com, who already serves as the online bookstore provider for Holyoke Community College within the PACE system, will begin servicing the new PACE institutions in Summer 2025 with a full rollout to all participating institutions for Fall 2025.

About eCampus.com

eCampus.com is a premier online retailer of textbooks and digital course materials. Consistently exceeding industry standards, eCampus.com's mission is to provide the easiest, fastest, and most affordable way for K-12 and higher education students to buy, rent, or sell textbooks and digital content. Founded on July 2, 1999, eCampus.com reshaped the textbook industry by taking the traditional college bookstore online. Remaining an edtech leader in future-proof course material solutions, eCampus.com serves over 400 schools, colleges, and universities. Their comprehensive course material solutions suite includes full-service online bookstores, inclusive access and equitable access programs, and expert campus store operations and management. Through products that simplify the adoption, management, and procurement of course materials, eCampus.com propels student success by delivering the right course materials, at the right time, and the right price. Learn more at ecampus.com and ecampushighered.com.

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