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Purchasing Textbooks
If you've tried the free resources listed on the previous page and can't locate a freely available copy of the book you need, the boxes below provide several options for purchasing your textbooks.
Remember that if you have to purchase a textbook, there are options to recoup some of your money through the URI Bookstore's textbook buyback program at the end of the semester. Be sure to ask at the bookstore for more information if you're interested!
Official University Bookstore
The University of Rhode Island Campus Store is located at the Kingston Campus. You can check the bookstore's website for information on textbooks for courses. Textbooks are available for purchase or rental from the bookstore.
Once you have the textbook information, you can start your search for your books.
If you're still waiting for your financial aid to disperse, you can apply for a Book & Technology Voucher to buy course-related materials. Check the Campus Store's website (below) for more information!
- URI Campus StoreBooks, office supplies, and more. Located on the lower level of the Memorial Union.
Online Bookstores
If you're looking to purchase textbooks elsewhere, the links below are possible places to start your search.
- Abebooks.com"Millions of new, used, rare, and out-of-print books are offered for sale through the AbeBooks websites from thousands of booksellers around the world. Readers can find bestsellers, collectors can find rare books, students can find new and used textbooks, and treasure hunters can find long-lost books." Owned by Amazon.
- AlibrisAn independent marketplace for used books, including textbooks. Some books may be available as ebooks.
- Amazon.comOnline bookstore. Often rentals or used versions are available.
- Barnes & NobleOffers new books, as well as used books from the B&N Marketplace.
- CheggOffers print and electronic textbook rentals.
Which Edition Do You Need?
- PickTextBook.comWhat's the difference between the current edition of a textbook and a previous edition? This site helps you compare and choose wisely.