UNO Bookstore FAQ

MOST COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BOOKSTORE

Where is the Bookstore located?
We are on the first floor, near the south entrance of the Milo Bail Student Center.

Where are the textbooks?
Textbooks are located downstairs in the Bookstore.

What is the difference between a refund and book buy back?
A refund gives you full purchase price for an item you have purchased, within a specified time limit IF it is in the same condition as when purchased. (EX. - if you drop a class, return your books for a REFUND within the first two (2) weeks of class and one (1) week of summer session). Buy back is when the Bookstore pays you cash for current edition textbooks that you have finished using.

When is the best time to sell back books?
During "BOOK BUY BACK WEEK" when we have compiled a list of books being used the next semester.
We offer up to 50% of the new list price.

Can I still sell my books if I miss buy back week?
Yes, we offer "wholesale prices" anytime during the year.

What are "Wholesale Prices"?
Wholesale prices are set by private companies that buy books no longer used on this campus for resale to other bookstores.

How does the Bookstore determine what books are being used?
Faculty submit textbook requisition forms for each course being offered which list books that they will require or have as optional for the next semester.

What is "required"?
If a book is required, the instructor has indicated that you must have it for that class.

What does "optional" mean?
Optional means it is recommended. You do not have to purchase the book but it may be helpful in the class.

Why does the Bookstore have textbooks that are out of stock?
There are several reasons we may run out of a book. Enrollment may be larger than estimated, books may not be available from the publish or , textbook selection information has not been received from the instructor.
Please check with the Textbook Information Counter for more information on the status of your books.