Do I need to go to class before I purchase textbooks?
No, the College Store receives course material requests from instructors before courses start. The College Store can match your schedule to the correct materials.
Do I wait until the first day to purchase course materials?
Do I wait until the first day to purchase course materials?
The College Store opens textbook sales approximately 3 weeks prior to term start. Used books sell quickly, so coming in early can save you time and money.
What if my course sections have multiple items listed?
What if my course sections have multiple items listed?
Instructors can select various materials which may include 2 or more books. The shelf tag will indicate if the materials are required, options, or whether you can choose from several options.
Who decides what materials are being used for a course?
Who decides what materials are being used for a course?
The instructor has academic freedom to choose what textbook(s) or materials to use each term. The College Store fulfills the instructors requests each term.
What is the College Store Return Policy?
What is the College Store Return Policy?
Textbooks: 5-day return windows from the start of each term with the receipt. Must be in original condition.
Apparel: 14 days from the purchase date with the receipt. Must be in original condition.
Medical and Nursing Supplies/Quick studies are non-returnable.
What are codes?
What are codes?
Many instructors are now utilizing online content through codes. Codes are for computer subscription accounts linked to your specific instructor.
What is renting books?
What is renting books?
Rental books are available in many courses. The shelf tag in the store and the listing on our web store will identify if the title is rentable. With renting, you are given the savings up front, rather than buyback, with the agreement you will return the book by the due date.
What are e-books or digital books?
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The College Store also has digital books available through our web store. A digital book requires that you have a tablet or laptop to review your book. Digital books are by subscription often at reduced cost for the term. These web based books allow access from multiple devices as well as options for highlighting and making notes.
What if my parents or a third party are paying for my course materials?
What if my parents or a third party are paying for my course materials?
Students may call the paying party at the time of the transaction and our sales associate clerk will speak to them over the phone. They can also visit our 24-hour web store to make a purchase.
How do I know what's going on at WWCC?
How do I know what’s going on at WWCC?
Access your student email. WWCC email is free and the only way, besides social media, that we can share school information with you.