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Buyback Information
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is a priority of the Clark College Bookstore to shelve as many used books as
possible to assist with maintaining the lowest prices possible.
The Bookstore hosts a quarterly book buyback in
an effort to obtain used books for the following quarter.
Listed below are frequently asked questions and answers regarding buyback. |
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When does Buyback
occur? |
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Buyback occurs during
finals week of each quarter. Summer buyback is during the
final week of the second 5 week session. |
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What determines if my book will be bought
back? |
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| There are many factors
that determine whether the Bookstore can purchase a textbook. They are as follows: |
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If an
instructor has chosen the book for the upcoming quarter. |
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If the
Bookstore has a need for additional inventory to fill an instructor
request. If the Bookstore does not have a need for a particular book, the
used book vendor, who administers buyback, may purchase the book for use at
another campus. Their purchase price will be based on the current market value if one
exists. Old editions typically have zero value. |
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The
condition of the book such as excessive highlighting, torn/missing pages,
permanent writing, missing pieces (CD’s, access codes, etc.) can affect the
value. Study guides and workbooks must be clean. |
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An
instructor or department may specify buyback criteria on any given book. |
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What dollar amount will be paid? |
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Multiple
factors determine the price paid for a book: |
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If the
Bookstore is buying a book and it is a current edition, up to 50% of the NEW
selling price will be paid. |
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If the
Bookstore is buying a book and its future use is questionable, the price is
dependent on the market value and will range from 20% - 50% of the NEW
selling price. |
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If the
Bookstore has no need for a book, the used book vendor administering buyback
may purchase it. The used book vendor will pay the wholesale market value
for the book, which ranges from 1% - 33% of the national retail price. |
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The value of your book may increase if you provide all required
components at book buyback - including CD's, Supplements and other
Accessories. |
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Does the bookstore
guarantee all books will be bought back? |
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No. The bookstores goal is to buy back as many books as possible from
students. Unfortunately, some books may have zero value, or quantities
needed may be limited. The amount you may receive cannot be determined until
you are at the buyback window. |
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What is my book worth? |
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Buyback quotes are available during Buyback/Finals week of each quarter.
This service will help you to determine if your book is being bought and how
much it may be worth. |
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Remember, a books
value may change as buyback progresses. Sell your books back as early
as possible. |
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