An eBook is any textbook, novel or article/document that has been converted into an accessible electronic format, such as; PDF, RTF, DOC, HTML, MP3. UVM students who have a current accommodation for ebooks can request texts for their courses in an electronic format.
To maximize your chance of receiving your books in an alternate format by the beginning of each semester, submit your eBook Request Form.
Students can download and install Read and Write for free to to access the text-to-speech component for any eBook.
If you have any questions, problems or concerns, please contact OAS using our online contact form, or email ebook@uvm.edu.
Request Your eBook
- Login to the Accommodate Portal using your UVM netID and password.
- Expand the Accommodation tab and select Alternative Format. If you are missing this tab, you have not yet been approved for this accommodation.
- Under Current > Official Text select +Request under the title of the required text. If the book you need is not listed, navigate to the Student Entered tab and click on Add New Alternative Format Request.
- Fill out the required fields, upload proof of purchase, indicate type of alternative format, and click the Submit button.
- Do NOT click the Request Additional Alternative Format button at the bottom to request multiple titles. You are required to fill out individual forms for multiple titles.
Download your ebook
Once you receive an email notification that your book(s) is available, login to UVM File Transfer with your UVM net ID.
- Choose I am a UVM affiliate, and it should bring you to UVM’s sign on page or automatically log you in.
- Choose Details and then click on the link to download.
- Access to the file expires 21 days after it has been shared, so make sure you store the folder locally on your computer.
eBook Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are eBooks different from audio books?
Yes – audio books are read by human narrators. The eBooks that we provide are compatible with text-to-speech software, which relies on a computer-generated voice.
Do I need to own/rent a copy of my books to request the accessible version?
Yes – accessible files are supplemental and provided on the condition that you already own/rent a copy of your book. If you re-sell or return your copy, then please delete the accessible files as well, as keeping these would be a copyright violation.
How soon will my eBooks be available?
Our standard turnaround is 1-2 weeks. Occasionally we will need to contact a publisher to request the digital files. Depending on the publisher, this process can take anywhere from a few days to a few months. So request your eBooks early. If we are unable to get in touch with the publisher, then we will contact you with an update and offer to process your book manually.