1. When is the bookstore open?
2. How much does the average student spend on textbooks each year?
3. How do I activate my RedShelf ebook?
3. How do I find my textbooks in the bookstore?
4. How do I find my textbooks in the online store?
5. How do I use financial aid or loan funds in the bookstore?
6. Are there any limitations on how I spend my financial aid money?
7. How many used textbooks are available?
8. What is your refund policy?
9. Why should I purchase from the GSC bookstore?
When is the bookstore open?
Normal business hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30am-6:00pm and Friday 7:30am-12:00pm. Extended hours, whether for the registration period or events will be posted in News & Events.
How much does the average student spend on textbooks each year?
While this information varies based on factors such as course load, the College Board has reported that, nationally, the average cost of books for the 2018-2019 academic year was $1,250.00. This figure does not include the savings achieved by students selling back their used textbooks or by using grants and financial aid.
How do I activate my RedShelf ebook?
If you purchased in-store, instructions are available at the bottom of your register receipt.
"To download your Digital Texbook:
1) Visit http://prbs.io/{unique redemption URL}
2) Visit https://gordonstate.redshelf.com
3) Log In or create a new RedShelf account
4) Once logged in, click the 'Redeem An Access Code' button located in your 'My Shelf' page
5) Enter in your redemption access code and your eBook will appear on your 'My Shelf' page"
Troubleshooting for register receipts: the unique redemption URL needs to be entered on a desktop computer; if it does not work as printed, change the http: to https:. Check to make sure your resulting pop-up was not blocked.
If you ordered your RedShelf title via a Gordon State College web order, an automated email linking you to your title should emailed to you within 24 hours of PROCESSING your web order (after payment has been processed successfully). The email should come from Gordon State College at the email address donotreply@redshelf.com.
Troubleshooting for web orders: if you already have a RedShelf account, MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE THE EMAIL ATTACHED TO THAT ACCOUNT ON YOUR WEB ORDER. For convenience sake, we recommend that if you do not have an existing RedShelf account that you use your GSC email.
Please contact us if you still cannot activate or locate your RedShelf title(s).
How do I find my textbooks in the bookstore?
The bookstore always has friendly, knowledgeable staff members available to assist you during your visit. Please be sure to bring a copy of your class schedule. That said, please view the guides posted in the Resources box on the main page to get started. Remember, it is ultimately your responsibility to ensure you have selected the correct textbooks for your classes.
Each textbook aisle has signs posted at the beginning to let you know what is down that particular aisle.
The classes are listed in the following order:
Alphabetized by subject
In numerical order by course number
Alphabetized by section
Shelf tags identify the requirements for each class. *Always check the textbook title, ISBN, and course number against the shelf tag.
The shelf tag will also list whether the book is required, recommended or choose one (different versions of required materials) and also provides the new, used, and if applicable, rental book price.
Please see one of the bookstore staff if you have any questions or concerns. If we do not have the answer, we will find someone who does.
How do I find my textbooks in the online store?
Please see the guides in the Resources section on the main page. If, after reviewing the information therein, you are still having trouble, feel free to contact us.
How do I use financial aid or loan funds in the bookstore?
Go to your Banner Web account and view the available funds for the semester. After determining that a credit balance is available, present your Gordon State College student ID to the cashier as payment for your purchase.
Are there any limitations on how I spend my financial aid money?
Your Financial Aid award determines items that may be purchased. Please be aware of the terms of YOUR funds when purchasing in the bookstore.
For the most part, however, PELL or loan funds may be used to purchase any merchandise in the Bookstore including books, supplies, book bags, electronics, computer supplies and clothing items.
Please be aware of financial aid availability dates and deadlines and make the required purchases prior to the cut-off date. Dates will be included on the campus calendar and posted on our homepage.
How many used textbooks are available?
The Gordon State College Bookstore goes to great lengths to obtain used textbooks for you. Used textbook availability requires the cooperation of faculty, textbook buyers and students. We get as many used textbooks in as we are able, but be aware that we pull from a national pool of used textbooks.
What is your refund policy?
No refunds without a receipt (register receipt, emailed register receipt, or web order receipt).
For more informations see our complete Refund Policy here.
Why should I purchase from the GSC bookstore?
The Gordon State College Bookstore staff members ensure that our inventory reflects your current needs and allows for one stop shopping. We work very closely with the academic divisions of the college to ensure that the correct course materials are made available to students. We offer the convenience of buying here and within the limits of our refund policy returning here if the need arises. The Gordon State College Bookstore also offers textbook buyback at the beginning and end of each semester to help students recoup some of the money they've spent.
Gordon State College Bookstore is owned and operated by Gordon State College. All profits from sales in the bookstore will go back to the college. Many programs and improvements on campus are funded by the bookstore-where funding would not be available through state funds. Essentially, books purchased elsewhere effects your college community (including the students).