RedShelf has been replaced by VitalSource.
For Fall 2026 courses and later, use the updated VitalSource instructions. View VitalSource documentation.
What is RedShelf?
RedShelf is the tool used by the UNM Bookstore for their Course Materials Access program. There are 3 options, Complete, Select and Opt-Out.
Complete
Main Campus undergraduate students are automatically enrolled in the Complete plan. In this plan, students can access all their required course materials for a flat rate.
Select
Students can opt to purchase only specific digital or print course materials for their registered courses.
Opt-Out
Students can opt-out entirely of UNM Course Materials Access and purchase their course materials on their own. For more information about the program, please visit Course Materials Access.
