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Register Access Code

Enter your access code (SAM: key code) on your Cengage dashboard to gain access to your online course materials.

Your access code (SAM: key code) is proof of purchase for your courseware or eBook. If you purchased from a bookstore or other retailer, you must apply your access code (SAM: key code) to your account to access course materials after the grace period.

You do not need an access code if you purchased from cengage.com , subscribed to Cengage Unlimited, or your school purchased Cengage access for you.

If you have a multi-term access code from a print book or online purchase, you do not need to re-enter the code or provide payment after the first term. You will have access to your course materials until the end of your multi-term course.
  1. On your dashboard, click Enter Access Code or Course Key.
  2. Enter your access code (SAM: key code) and click Register.