York University Bookstore

They try very hard to make a good experience for students and have what's needed -and what many of us didn't realize we'd need! A lot of unique York inventory as well. They're also trying to facilitate convenient online service. Often when things go wrong -textbooks not in stock etc- it's not the bookstore's fault but late submission by course directors or publisher issues. And there are great deals to be had here during sales! Overall, a bright spot on campus.
9 years ago (08-08-2017)

They manage the early semester "rush" period very well. Some people might not realize that the reason their textbook is not in stock is that the course director didn't tell the bookstore about it in time. Usually good bargains and remainder tables. I have never come out of there without the thing I wanted.
9 years ago (02-09-2017)

They have plenty of cashiers to handle the big rush of students during the first week of school. Although, they should add two more stations for the bookbuy backs and refunds department.
9 years ago (18-09-2017)

Only buy here if you can not get something on resale. If you order something online, check daily to see if they have sent it. Ask for tracking info. Whoever answers my emails has assured me for weeks that my items "are being sent out" .. received nothing.
9 years ago (07-09-2017)

Hard to find the books you're looking for and lines at the beginning of the semester is always long. Try to hold off going as long as possible and go as late as possible, especially if you live on campus or nearby.
9 years ago (22-10-2017)