UMBC Bookstore

Whatever you're looking for whatever your need is UMBC Bookstore has it! The bookstore is a large, 2-story store within the UMBC Commons. The bookstore has a very nice selection of school materials, appeal and other odd-end items for your school needs. The staff is very friendly and helpful. There is both outdoor and garage parking options (that cost so make sure to bring cash or credit). Holiday hours are a bit tricky.

Looks very nice. Some things are overpriced and some things are cheaper than you can find them elsewhere. The latter is much more rare than the former, but it's pretty impressive considering that it is a university store. One time I was told to deposit my backpack while another person was let in, despite having a bag a larger size. Seems random, but made me feel weird. I understand why they do it, but it makes me feel squicky

Love the UMBC Retrievers merchandise, thank you Darcy for helping me find some great apparel. Got the Champion Golden Grit shirt and the Blue84 Black True Grit hoodie. Awesome quality and looks great!

I had to cancel my first order because they were out of stock. They called me, told me about it canceled the order for me. I put in a new order and picked up my order at the store. The service was quick and great.

Switched out their Logo Bamboo cutting board for a handled Logo Acacia cutting board. The board appears to be a lower quality product at twice the cost. (If memory serves correct the bamboo was ~$20 while the new Acacia is ~$45). Not a good look for the school. Edit - Added 2 stars for the in-depth and transparent background response. Thank you for explaining your decision and including supporting information on why the switch was made. I typically buy these as gifts for newly weds and was a little dismayed at the price increase, and visually the cutting board is not as appealing as the bamboo - but if it functions better, lasts longer, and maintain the sustainability as the prior board then it is reasonable to adjust the price. Thanks for the prompt and detailed response. I'm not sure I will continue my tradition of giving these as gifts due to the new cost however I definitely appreciate the insight.

Do not have weekend hours which sucks. Everyone is pretty helpful but you probably need to approach them first. They have a clearance area so that's good and some promotional days where you can get a discount based on different things. There is really no close by parking. You need to park and walk.

Great selection although the prices are high most of the time. However there are a number of sales through the year, but they may or may not be as beneficial depending on what you are purchasing. I would not recommend that you look for your textbooks here first as they are almost always full price or close to it.