Shark Bundle

How it works

Register for Classes

Upon registering for courses, students will be automatically enrolled into the program. Once you’ve successfully selected your courses, the bookstore will start preparing your order. If you choose to opt out of Shark Bundle, the link will be available in the below FAQs approximately 3 weeks before the start of the semester through the second or third week of the term.

Verify Your Order
Starting about 30 days before the first day of classes, you will receive an email to verify your order and select your fulfillment preference. You'll want to make your selection at least 2 weeks before the term begins to get your Bundle by the first day of class. Selection is only needed if you have printed materials included in your Shark Bundle. This email will also list recommended materials that are available for purchase.

Receive Your Textbooks
An email notification will be sent when your order is ready for pickup or when it ships. Your digital materials will be delivered for your course(s) via Blackboard on the first day of the term.

What is the HPU Shark Bundle program?

Shark Bundle is a model that lowers the cost of materials for HPU students and ensures students have access to all of their required course materials on or before the first day of class. Through this program, physical books will be conveniently packaged and provided to students on a rental basis, and digital materials will be delivered directly within Blackboard. Costs will be applied as a course charge per applicable credit hour, whether or not there are required texts for any particular course. At the end of the term, students will receive email reminders to return their physical course materials to the bookstore.

How does it work?

Register for your classes and you are automatically enrolled in the Shark Bundle for all applicable courses. The bookstore will start preparing your course materials.
One month before classes start, you will receive an email instructing you to select your delivery preference (in-store pickup or shipped directly to you). You must follow the directions to get your printed materials.
An email notification will be sent when your order is ready for pickup or when it ships
Your digital materials will be delivered for your course(s) within Blackboard on the first day of the term.

What is included in the program?

The program provides all required textbooks, lab manuals, access codes and digital textbook versions to eligible students.

What is excluded from the program?

The program does not include consumables that cannot be returned and reused such as lab goggles, dissection kits, molecular model kits, engineering kits, art kits or nursing kits and uniforms.

Other excluded courses include: Kamehameha Schools, Honokaʻa, and Island Pacific Academy dual-enrollment programs, Military Science, Aerospace Science, Natural Science, OTD courses, Student Exchange, Nursing Labs, Writing Labs, First Year Seminar, CNCS Practicum, DPT courses, MMS-PA courses, PsyD courses, Courseshare classes, 2U courses, Musical Instruments & Singing, and Theatre Production. BUS 5001, BUS 7999, ED 6463, and MGMT 3910 are also excluded. You will not be assessed the Shark Bundle fee for these courses.

How do I enroll in the program?

All eligible students will be automatically enrolled in the Shark Bundle program.

Can I opt-out of the program?

Students have the option to opt-out of this program within the first 2-3 weeks of the Semester. The opt out link will go live here about 3 weeks before the start of the term and will close the second or third week of the term. The only way to opt out is through this link.

To opt out of all Winter 2024 terms and Spring 2025 terms click here. The opt out period for all Winter terms is from 11/21/24 through 12/20/24. Deadline to opt out of Winter term will be 12/20/2024. The opt out period for all Spring 2025 will be 12/12/24 through 1/24/25. Deadline to opt out of all Spring 2025 terms will be 1/24/25. Opting out will result in the removal of all digital products and will remove you from the Shark Bundle program for all part-of-terms.

This link will not work if you have registered less than 48 hours ago or are only taking excluded courses.

Wondering if Shark Bundle is the best option for you? Check pricing of your course materials for the entire semester (including all part-of-terms) by selecting the "Opt Out" term when finding your books on the Bookstore's website.

Ch. 31 or VR&E students will need to get approval from their counselor before opting out. Please have your case manager email their approval to SM8094@bncollege.com. Same deadlines apply.

Once you opt out, you can still purchase your course materials from the bookstore either in-store or via the bookstore website at www.hpu.bncollege.com. When shopping online make sure to select the opt-out term when finding your books. The opt out term should be on our website around one month prior to the start of the term.

How do I purchase my course materials if I decide to opt-out of the program?

Students who opt-out of the program will be responsible for acquiring their required course materials. They can do so at the Bookstore's website by choosing their "opt-out" term when finding their books or by stopping by the Bookstore.

The Shark Bundle is not a fee reported to the VA for students using Post 9/11 education benefits. The VA pays Post 9/11 students a book & supply stipend up to $41.67 per credit, not to exceed $1,000 per year for students eligible for the 100% rate.

When are my textbook rentals due back to the bookstore?

The deadline to return all rental textbooks is the last day of finals. Students will receive email reminders about the rental deadline to their email address.

Can I buy my rented textbook?

Yes, the program provides you with the option to purchase textbooks at a reduced rate during the return period. Details will be emailed to you or you can stop by the Bookstore.

Do I need to return books if they are for a continuation course?

Yes, you will still be required to return continuation course textbooks. You will be issued the same title for the next semester of the continuation course.

What happens if I never verify my order?

Students will receive emails from the bookstore to remind them to verify their order. If the student does not opt-out, their materials will be held at the bookstore and their student account will be charged.

If I never pick up my books, will I still get charged?

Yes, if the student does not opt-out during the opt-out period their student account will be charged. Materials will be held for one month from the time of ordering and then will be re-shelved. If needed later in the term we will do our best to provide you the necessary materials, but only if still available.

What if I drop a class?

You may return the book to the bookstore on the same terms and timelines currently in place. If you drop a class and enroll in a different class, the bookstore will “swap” the required textbooks/codes so that you have what you need. Please allow about 48 hours for your new schedule to feed into the Bookstore's system.

How do I access my digital materials?

3 Easy Steps to access your eBook:
1. Log into your course
2. Select the Shark Bundle Link
3. Begin accessing your materials.

To Access Your Courseware From within Blackboard:
1. For MyLab products, click on the Shark Bundle link within your course then reveal your code. Copy the code and then go back to the left navigation bar to click on the publisher-specific link. Paste your code in the appropriate area to access your courseware and eBook.

2. For other courseware products, click on the publisher specific link to access your courseware or follow instructions provided by your professor.

Troubleshooting Tips:
Please use the following steps if you are experiencing trouble getting into your course.

1. Popup Blockers: Popup blockers must be turned off within your browser. tinyurl.com/FD-PopUpBlockers

2. Delete cached files: tinyurl.com/FD-Cache

3. Enable cookies: tinyurl.com/FD-EnableCookies

4. If you are experience problems accessing your ebook through Blackboard you can access the ebook by logging into www.mydigitalcontent.com.

Who do I contact for support?

Please contact your bookstore team at 808-544-0290 or SM8094@bncollege.com if you have any questions regarding Shark Bundle or your course materials. Be sure to include your HPU student ID number to expedite response times.

Who do I contact for support with digital materials?

Please go to customercare.bncollege.com for support with digital materials.