Radford University Partners with eCampus.com for Improved Access to Course Materials and Elevated Campus Store Experience

Radford University, a public institution located in Radford, Virginia, has selected eCampus.com as its official course materials partner. Starting July 2025, eCampus.com will assume management and operation of both the university’s physical campus store and its comprehensive online bookstore platform, replacing the previous bookstore services provided by Barnes & Noble. This partnership aims to enhance the student experience by providing convenient and affordable access to course materials through a personalized online storefront, in addition to an enhanced retail shopping experience both in store and online. Together, Radford University and eCampus.com are committed to supporting the academic success and overall experience of the entire Radford community.

“Radford University is looking forward to opening the new Highlander Bookstore in Dalton Hall and launching the new website on July 1,” said Rob Hoover, vice president for finance and administration. “In addition to promoting the Radford brand in store, online and at events, our partnership with eCampus will lower the cost of textbooks and materials for students, as well as provide enhanced customer experiences for students, faculty and the whole campus community.”

After a thorough evaluation process, Radford University selected eCampus.com due to strong alignment with the university’s mission to enhance the student and faculty experience. The partnership offers several key benefits, including exceptional 24/7 customer support, a broad selection of affordable textbook options, and the ability to meet increasing demand for digital content. Students will have convenient access to new, used, and rental textbooks, along with a wide variety of digital materials. Additionally, students will have access to an exclusive Marketplace, where they can purchase textbooks and course materials from third-party sellers at discounted prices.

To streamline access to course materials, eCampus.com will integrate directly with Radford University’s Student Information System, enabling a personalized ordering experience through Single Sign-On (SSO). This integration will allow students to order required and recommended textbooks and digital content conveniently during class registration, simplifying the process and reducing barriers. To further enhance convenience, eCampus.com will provide free shipping to Highlander Bookstore, the Radford University campus store, allowing students to pick up their course materials on campus at no additional cost. As part of this streamlined experience, textbook ordering will now be available exclusively online, ensuring greater selection and ease of ordering without the need to search store shelves. Further bolstering an improved experience, students can take advantage of a price match guarantee, ensuring the best price for course materials.

In addition to student benefits, eCampus.com’s intuitive adoption platform provides faculty a streamlined adoption and analytics platform with the autonomy to select the most appropriate course materials, regardless of publisher or platform. The platform supports detailed adoption analytics and a student readiness dashboard, delivering real-time insights into student purchasing behavior. These tools enable faculty and administrators to make well-informed decisions that enhance student success.

eCampus.com will also bring its retail management expertise to Radford University by taking over operations of the physical campus store, recently renamed as the Highlander Bookstore, which will open in July 2025. The store will be reimagined with an expanded selection of Radford University-branded merchandise, including apparel, accessories, and gifts to suit every budget. In addition to retail offerings, Highlander Bookstore will serve as a convenient service center for course materials, providing students with order pickup, seasonal buyback and rental return events, and on-site customer support to meet all textbook and course material needs.

“Partnering with Radford University is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate how next-generation hybrid bookstore services can drive academic outcomes and elevate Radford’s strong brand,” said Matt Montgomery, President and CEO of eCampus.com. “From our industry-leading low cost rental program with no-cost campus pickup, we’re redefining how students and faculty engage with course materials. When coupled with our dedication to a hyper-local campus retail operation that re-energizes the Radford Highlanders brand, eCampus.com is revitalizing the student and community experience.”

The Highlander Bookstore will officially open its doors on Radford University’s campus on July 1, 2025 under eCampus.com management.

About Radford University

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of 7,812 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 75 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 19 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

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.