Money Savers and Tips

• Know how to write a check.
• Each book costs $20-120. Your total cost could range from $300-400 per semester, maybe more.
• Instructors are always available to answer questions about textbooks.
• Keep all receipts in case of a purchase mistake.
• Not all bookstores carry all books. Shop around.?
• Used books are less expensive. Shop early, they go fast. Check for highlighting or marks that may be distracting and/or helpful.
• Online bookstore sites like Half.com, TextbooksX.com, BigWords.com, and Amazon.com may have used or new books available, but they may not ship in time for class.
• Some students share books, or use library books. But remember it is not your book, so getting assignments done will take scheduling.

Book Buyback

• Most bookstores buy back textbooks after the semester. You will only get a portion back of the total price you paid for them.
• Book buyback time can be fleeting, watch bookstore schedules.
• Think about keeping certain books for future studies.

How to Purchase Books

• Print your schedule (see below for instruction).
• Classes are listed by letter and number segments (CTAC 224 12).
• The four letters indicate class name (CTAC 224 12).
• The three digit number indicates course number (CTAC 224 12).
• The one or two digit number indicates section number (CTAC 224 12).
• Textbooks correspond with class, course number, AND section number. If a section number cannot be found, select the book(s) found under the shelf labeled Sections: ALL.
• Double check for accuracy.

Printing Your Schedule

• Go to http://my.emich.edu and type in your username and password.
• Click "Student" tab.
• Scroll down to "Student Services & Financial Aid." Click link.
• Click on "Registration," then "Student Detail Schedule."
• Select "Fall 2007" from box drop menu. Click "submit" button.
• A detailed schedule of your classes will show up. Right-click your schedule and select "print."
• Bring schedule printout to any bookstore around campus.

EMU Bookstore

• Eastern Michigan University Bookstore
• Location: 900 Oakwood Street, Ypsilanti
• Phone: 734.483.2850

FAQ's

• Q. I can't find my book(s)?
• A. Email your instructor for the class booklist, or ask what bookstore they used to order the text.
• Q. Can I wait until the first day of classes to buy my books?
• A. Sure, but it's best to have all class material your first day-including books. Plus, the cheaper used books go fast.
• Q. What if I buy my books early, but my instructor changes the book list?
• A. Keep all your receipts in case this happens. The bookstores usually give students a week or so to return books at full price.
• Q. How do I sell my books back?
• A. The bookstores will post information and dates. You'll get less back than what you paid, but you won't be keeping books you don't need or want.
• Q. Should I keep the books at the end of the semester or sell them back?
• A. Certain experts say to keep books when they're about your major or personal interests. Some students decide based on the amount of cash they'll get back, and some keep books for reference in future papers.