7 Reasons

1. No one knows Cornell better! We’re the only store 100% dedicated to Cornell and to serving each academic department. We make sure the exact quantity of every book used each semester will be in stock and available for your immediate access before the first day of classes.

2 Unbeatable convenience! We’re right here on campus for one-stop shopping for everything needed for your courses, including special supplies and computer products.

3. Huge selection of USED books! Over 40,000 used books in stock to save you money.

4. Onsite inventory! See your books before you purchase them to get the best quality… and have your books in hand when classes begin.

5. Sensational service! We’ve got knowledgeable answers, quick and easy checkout, hassle-free returns, and lots of friendly help.

6. $100 daily giveaways! Swipe your Cornell ID every time you make a purchase and you’re automatically entered into our daily Swipe & Win drawing for a $100 Cornell Store Gift Card.

7. Generous cash back for your books (no matter where you purchased them)! Recycle your books after you no longer need them by coming to our main textbook buyback events in December & May. We pay 50%* of the new book price, even if you bought used, no matter where your books were purchased!

*applies to books that have been adopted for the upcoming semester until we reach the quantities needed on campus

The Cornell Store, 135 Ho Plaza, Ithaca, NY 14853
(607) 255-4111 • (800) 624-4080 (Hours)

Fully owned & operated by Cornell University; store revenue
supports university operations, facilities & programming.

See our "Textbook Tips" handout for advice on saving money (PDF).