Textbook Rental Frequently Asked Questions

Attending college costs more now than ever before. Normandale College Bookstore is helping you out by offering you the ability to rent your textbooks.  Renting textbooks has some advantages and disadvantages over buying.  Here are a few commonly asked questions and answers to help you decide if renting your books is the right choice for you.

Q: Why would I want to rent textbooks?
A:  When you rent your books, you will save up to 65% of the list price.

Q:  What do I need in order to rent my textbooks?
A:  You need to be enrolled and have a valid Normandale Student ID card and email address.

Q:  When can I rent my books?
A:  You can start renting books aproximately 3 weeks prior to the start of the new term.

Q:  When do I have to return my books?
A: We ask that all books rented for Fall 2011 be returned to the textbook store by December 23, 2011.  We'll send you an email reminder at the end of the term to help you remember to bring your rental books back.

Q:  What if I forget to return my books?
A:  If you do not return your book, a charge will be placed on your student account equal to the used book price.

Q:  What if I decide that I want to keep a book?
A:  If you decide to keep a book that you rented, you need to let us know as soon as possible.  You'll simply receive a refund of your rental fee and be charged regular retail price.

Q:  What happens if I drop a class?
A:  Rental refunds will be allowed during the normal refund period.  Of course, the regular refund rules will still apply: the book needs to be in the same condition as it was when you purchased it and you'll need a copy of your receipt.

Q:  Can I rent all my books?
A: Currently there are only limited titles available for rent.  We are working hard with your professors and textbook publishers to identify as many rental titles as possible.

Q:  How will I be able to tell if the book I need is rentable?
A:  Rental textbooks will be listed along with others available for purchase on the textbook section of bookstore.normandale.edu or included in the rental list.  The rental books will be stickered for identification.

Q: Do I have to sign an agreement?
A: Yes, you must.  Please refer to the Textbook Rental Agreement.