Books may be purchased at the George D. Yonan Memorial Bookstore located on the plaza level of the Student Center Building. Textbooks are arranged alphabetically by course number. The bookstore carries required textbooks and course supplies, as well as  the New York Times Best Sellers, clothing, backpacks, glassware and gift items.

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Spring 2010 Bookstore Hours

Throughout the month of January, Bookstore hours will vary to make it easier for you to get to campus and purchase your textbooks. View our January hours.

AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 2010, BOOKSTORE HOURS ARE:

MONDAY - FRIDAY
8:30am - 4:30pm

The Bookstore is located in the Student Center on the Plaza Level in S300.
Questions? Call 203-575-8075 or 203-575-8181

Bookstore FAQ's

Who operates the Bookstore?
The Bookstore is owned & operated by the State of Conn., Naugatuck Valley Community College.

What forms of payment do you accept?

• Cash
• Visa- Mastercard
• Personal check with a license
• Gift Certificates purchased at the Bookstore

Can I pay with my parents’ check?
Yes as long as your parent is with you and a valid license.

What about Financial Aid?
Students who are covered by Financial Aid are allowed to charge their textbooks & supplies. Other agency programs will be allowed to charge textbooks (supplies when authorized) after approval from the Cashiers’ Office. A valid State ID or School ID with a picture will be required.

What is your Refund Policy?
Books are returnable for refund or exchange during the first week of classes. New book returns must be in original packaging and must not be written in, damaged, or marked in any way. All returns and exchanges must be accompanied by a sales receipt. No exceptions will be made. You can expect a refund in the same form of payment originally used for purchase. Credit to credit card purchases may take 2-3 days for processing.

School supplies & electronic merchandise (Calculators, Recorders, USB Drives) are not returnable unless the item is defective. Defective supplies & merchandise will be replaced but not refunded. A cash register receipt must accompany all defective items.

Clothing is returnable within 10 days of purchase with cash register receipt.

Who picks the Textbooks for our course?
The textbooks for your courses are chosen by your professors or their related department/division.

When is the Textbook Buyback?
The Bookstore offers a buyback at the end of every semester, typically around the week of Final Exams. Dates are posted on the bookmark that accompanies your receipt. Signs are also posted on the bulletin boards and TV monitors as well our website.

I registered for the upcoming semester already why can’t I purchase my textbooks right away?
Textbooks need to be ordered, shipped & received. This is a time consuming process that involves receiving orders from the faculty, verifying correct title information and availability. Preparing for a Fall or Spring semester takes time when you consider we are servicing over 6000 students.

Why are textbooks so expensive?
While textbooks are typically the least expensive part of your education many students do not understand the high prices of textbooks. Publishers often offer supplemental materials bundled with your text (CD-ROMs, Study Guides & Online Tools) which can increase the price of textbooks. Publishers report these materials are developed in response to instructors’ demand for them. The Bookstore sells bundled textbooks only when required for your course.

Do you sell used textbooks?
Yes, the Bookstore sells used textbooks when available. Used textbooks can provide you with savings when compared to a new textbook. Used textbooks are labeled used and are available on a first come first serve basis.

What are the Bookstore hours?
The Bookstore has extended hours at the beginning of every semester. Normal Bookstore hours are Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

What other products does the Bookstore sell?
The Bookstore carries supplies, backpacks, clothing, candy, glassware and other gift items.