University Book Store

The University Bookstore covers many fronts: they have noted authors speaking about their most recent books, free internet access, free shipping for book purchases, a small art store in the...
Published by Ball-Romney D. More

The University Bookstore covers many fronts: they have noted authors speaking about their most recent books, free internet access, free shipping for book purchases, a small art store in the basement, huge book sales on a regular basis, office supplies, fireplace and comfy chairs for those who wish to relax and read, an espresso bar, and of course University of Washington Souvenir stuff. Oh yea, and free parking if you buy something.
Published by Ball-Romney D. Less

The University Bookstore is really helpful in getting hard to find books. They've been able to order books that I can't get on Amazon. I just ask them for it and they place the order then call me...
Published by Robin L. More

The University Bookstore is really helpful in getting hard to find books. They've been able to order books that I can't get on Amazon. I just ask them for it and they place the order then call me when it's in. I can come in and buy it, or if I've found it elsewhere, they just put it on their shelf. Plus, I love the college feel!
Published by Robin L. Less

U Bookstore is a great place for art supplies. When I was in art school I came here more than any other art store because they had the more obscure supplies (electric/battery-operated erasers!). They...
Published by Becca C. More

U Bookstore is a great place for art supplies. When I was in art school I came here more than any other art store because they had the more obscure supplies (electric/battery-operated erasers!). They also validate for parking no matter what you buy. They have a great selection of books and of course textbooks, and I like to look through their magazines for any new ones that aren't widely distributed yet. They also ship books for free and wrap them too.
Published by Becca C. Less

The university book store on the Ave (university way) is a pretty neat book store. Other than all the expensive textbooks, they also carry stationaries and art supplies. They have a husky gift shop...
Published by Jing C. More

The university book store on the Ave (university way) is a pretty neat book store. Other than all the expensive textbooks, they also carry stationaries and art supplies. They have a husky gift shop on the first level as well as a clinique counter. The husky gift shop is relatively expensive in my opinion but the gifts seems to be delicate. I like shopping in there although I don't necessarily buy things there often.
Published by Jing C. Less

Man do I hate paying for school. Every quarter, I stand in line at the book store, filled with trepidation and resentment over the fact that not only do I have to fork over a couple thousand dollars...
Published by Constance B. More

Man do I hate paying for school. Every quarter, I stand in line at the book store, filled with trepidation and resentment over the fact that not only do I have to fork over a couple thousand dollars to just go to class, but I have to spend around $400 per quarter on books. Of course, the bookstore offers book buybacks but come on! Why would I want to sell my book back to them for $20 when I paid $130 for it? It really doesn't make sense. Higher education should be available to everyone in the United States and yet so many people cannot afford it. I shouldn't have to save a whole week of pay to purchase text books because the publisher has decided to come out with a "new" edition that just has a different intro. GRRRR
Published by Constance B. Less

The University bookstore is a great place to stop in if you are last minute present shopping. There are a ton of nicknack's and little things you can get that are cute gifts. It is apart of the...
Published by Miranda S. More

The University bookstore is a great place to stop in if you are last minute present shopping. There are a ton of nicknack's and little things you can get that are cute gifts. It is apart of the University so there is the section where you can get whatever your hearts desire in Husky wear. I have never ventured in that area, not really a sports fan. The bookstore section has awesome sales on calendars each year. Toward the end of January the have a 50% off on all calendars and I go crazy.
Published by Miranda S. Less

About 25% of the time I even walk PAST the bookstore I end up going in, even if it's just to look around for 5 minutes. They often have a bargain table of cheap books (last time I was there I found a...
Published by Erica W. More

About 25% of the time I even walk PAST the bookstore I end up going in, even if it's just to look around for 5 minutes. They often have a bargain table of cheap books (last time I was there I found a copy of The Onion Ad Nauseum Volume 14 for $9!). They have a new customer service desk which is very visible; the employees are happy to help you get the book(s) you need. Across from the main books area on the main floor, you can find newspapers, magazines, gifts, and Husky merchandise. There is free wi-fi access and tables and chairs near the windows, as well as a cafe. Right now they are featuring several shelves worth of sudoku books, so if you need your sudoku fix, check out the section right across from the cafe. They have an awesome art supplies department (but for staple items, like envelopes, notebooks, binders, and ballpoint pens, go up the street to Bartell Drugs - their prices on these items are way better than the bookstore). The textbook department is not generally cheaper than going online for your books, but it's always good to check. Overall, I very much recommend this bookstore.
Published by Erica W. Less