The University Store is Towson University's ultimate destination for textbooks and course materials. Our expert staff has direct access to the most current and accurate textbook information from faculty, enabling us to offer precise and timely textbook selections.
The University Store also has an array of retail merchandise to satisfy the needs and wants of the campus community. Our selection ranges from software and course supplies to gifts, cards, snacks, beverages and of course, Towson apparel. Our online store offers a sampling of Towson University insignia clothing and gifts.
All of the University Store's revenue supports Towson University programs and activities. It is owned and operated by Towson University.
No Store Supports Towson University More!
Towson University Apparel & Gifts Online
Consider purchasing a gift certificate, which can be redeemed in the University Store for any merchandise, including textbooks.
Please call the University Store for details as gift certificates are unavailable online.
Mini-Mester 2010 Textbooks
Mini-Mester textbooks will be available for in-store purchase beginning Monday, Dec. 14.
Mini-Mester texbooks will be available for online ordering Tuesday, Dec. 1.
Your Textbook Buying Decision Makes a Difference! Every dollar spent in the Towson University Store supports TU and our students.
Using the Textbook Order Pick-Up Service (TOPS) program, you may order new or used textbooks online and then choose to pick-up the packaged books at the University Store.
Select the home delivery option to have the books delivered to your off-campus residence via UPS Ground.
When shopping for textbooks, use your class schedule to identify the correct tiles based on course and section numbers.
Use the CourseSmart link to search and download digital course materials.
- Search/Order Books for on-campus courses
- Search/Order Books for off-campus courses
- CourseSmart Digital Course Materials
Spring 2010 Textbooks
Spring 2010 textbook information that has been processed to date is now available for searching. This information will be promptly updated as necessary. Additional textbook information will be posted as faculty textbook selections are processed by the University Store textbook staff.
Friendly Warning about When to Buy Spring Textbooks:
The University Store strongly cautions against actually purchasing Spring textbooks too far in advance of the Spring semester, as this textbook information including prices is subject to changes that result from book availability problems, course cancellations/changes and faculty reassignments.
Since the University Store has very little control over the causes for changes in the textbook information, it cannot be liable for losses that may be experienced by customers who buy books from other stores or online businesses. The University Store advises customers to know a store's or vendor's textbook refund policy prior to purchasing books based on the textbook information listed on this site. The University Store's textbook refund policy for the Spring 2010 semester is posted on the refund policy page of this site.
When to Buy Spring Textbooks:
The University Store recommends buying books no sooner than one month prior to the first day of classes.
Spring 2010 textbooks will be available for in store purchase beginning Tuesday, January 19.
Spring 2010 textbooks will be available for online purchase in early January. The exact date is to be determined.
The University Store is the best place to buy all of your textbooks because No Store Supports Towson University More!
Save Money - Used Books are priced up to 40% less than new books
Best Selection - Most complete and accurate selection of over 2000 titles all in one place chosen by TU Faculty
Choice - Buy in-store or order online to pick-up at store or ship
Easy Return Policy - Full refund when book is returned with receipt by advertised refund deadlines
Convenience - On-campus location, extended store hours and payment options including OneCard, MC, VISA, Discover
American Opportunity Tax Credit for Textbooks
Textbooks and Course Materials now qualify for Tax Credit
Save your textbook purchase receipts. You may be eligible for a tax credit up to $2,500 !
Click here for tax credit details
Faculty: Textbook & Course Packet Order Forms
Textbook and Course Packet Order Deadlines for Academic Departments:
- Minimester 2010 September 21, 2009
- Spring 2010 October 5, 2009
- Summer 2010 February 15, 2010
- Copyright Resource Center - Course Packet Order Form
- Textbook Order Form
- Faculty Center Network is a useful tool for researching textbook information including title, ISBN, publisher, edition and much more.
Computer Products
- Microsoft/Towson University Student Software Program
- Faculty/Staff Work at Home Microsoft Software(MEEC)
- Academically Priced Software (Adobe CS4 Product)
- Computer Supplies and Consumer Electronics
- Dell/Towson Education Purchase Program
- Computer Buying Guide
Graduation
Fall graduates who were unable to attend the Grad Fair may still place their academic regalia order at the University Store Customer Service desk during regular store hours. Orders may also be placed online. Graduates must place their regalia order by Friday, November 13 to be guaranteed 6 guest tickets to the ceremony. Please click on the "Regalia" link below for more information about ordering regalia and to order online.
