BC3 Bookstore
Hours
Main Campus
Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM - 4 PM
Need textbooks fast? You can shop in person at the bookstore located on the second level of the Student Success Center on BC3 Main Campus.
Online BookstoreBuying Textbooks
You can purchase textbooks in-store or online beginning on the dates listed below.
| Term Registered | Purchase Start Date |
|---|---|
| Winter Session 2025-26 | Dec. 1 |
| Spring Semester 2026 | Jan. 6 |
| Summer Session 2026 | May 4 |
Book Allowance Program
Using financial aid for the Spring 2026 semester? If you’re eligible, you can use your Book Allowance between Jan.6 and Feb. 6 to cover textbook costs. The amount you spend will be deducted from your fall refund starting the week of Feb 23.
Book Allowance is not offered for winter session or summer session.
Sell Your Books Back: Fall 2025
Buyback Dates: Dec. 8-15
Return your textbooks and get cash back! Buyback is available at multiple BC3 locations:
| BC3 Location | Dates(s) | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Main Campus | Dec. 8-15 | 8:30 AM-4 PM |
| BC3 @ Cranberry | Dec. 10 | 11 AM-1 PM |
| BC3 @ Lawrence | Dec. 11 | 10 AM-12 PM |
| BC3 @ Armstrong | Dec. 12 | 9 AM-10:30 AM |
| BC3 @ Brockway | Dec. 12 | 1 PM-3 PM |
Textbook Rental Returns
If you rented textbooks for the Fall 2025 semester, they’re due back by 3 PM on Dec. 15, 2025. You can return them during buyback week at any buyback location.
We’ll also send you a reminder to the email you used when renting.
Quick Tips
- Plan ahead! Buy textbooks early for the best selection.
- Keep your receipts for buyback and rental returns.
- Check your myBC3 email for updates about financial aid and book allowance.
BC3 Bookstore Staff
We are here to support you! Need assistance? Visit the BC3 Bookstore online or contact us.
| Rich Benko Bookstore Manager |
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| Nicole Potter Customer Service Specialist |
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