Textbooks

Before ordering your books, you should know the Department, Course Number, and Section Number of each class you are in for this semester. You can find this information in MyCollege under Schedule. (Need help? How to Read a Class Schedule)

CP will automatically order your textbooks or online class materials for you. You will be notified that your materials are available for pickup at the Bookstore. Hint: Check your CPCC email!

If your class requires a kit (your teacher will tell you this - it will be in the syllabus) - these can be ordered through the bookstore: www.bkstr.com/centralpiedmontstore - select “Financial Aid” and enter your CPCC ID number. You will need the course code and section for the class(es).

There are specific dates you can use your CMS Sponsorship money to pick up these supplies - check the CPCC Bookstore Financial Aid website for dates each semester.

Fall 2025 Dates:

August 4-29

September 18- 29

October 10-31

November 13-26

December 11-22

Spring 2026 Dates:

January 1-30

February 12-25

March 14-April 2

April 10-May 1

To order online: Go to www.centralpiedmontstore.com. Scroll to Get Your Textbooks. Chose Central Campus and Fall 2023. Enter the Department, Course number and Section of each class(es). Add the required materials to your bag. When checking out, CPEC students should enter “Financial Aid” and then enter their CPCC ID number. Do not enter any credit card information. Be sure to not choose the free trial versions of a textbook.

To order in store: make sure to bring your CP schedule so that you can give them the appropriate information.

Students and parents will not need to pay any money for any required textbooks and should NOT enter credit card information when placing textbook orders. Be sure to not choose the free trial versions of a textbook. 

Note: CMS only covers required course textbook/access code materials; they do not cover  "recommended" school supplies, calculators, or other items.