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NLU Bookstore
NLU Bookstore
NLU Student Book Order Guide.pdfThe Online Bookstore Offers:
The Online Bookstore Offers:
Quick ordering process – complete your entire order in 5 minutes
New, used, eBook, & rental textbook formats
An average savings of 60% off list price on marketplace items
Price match guarantee on new books
Free shipping on retail orders over $49 (not including marketplace)
Option to post and sell any textbook on the website's marketplace – you name the price
Ability to pay for textbooks with approved financial aid
Year-round Customer Experience with 24/7 availability at the start of every major term
More info here: https://nl.edu/student-services/bookstore/
Where is the bookstore located?
The NLU Bookstore is completely online. There are no physical bookstores on NLU campuses. You can access the NLU Bookstore at this link: https://nl.vitalsource.com/
How do I search for materials?
When you log into the bookstore, the materials for any of your registered courses should automatically appear.
To search for your materials manually, go to the search box and paste the course code number (CRN) for each course you are registered for
You can locate the CRNs in the registration confirmation email your advisor sends you, or
You can obtain the CRNs by viewing your schedule via the NLU Portal
When are materials listed at the bookstore?
The bookstore lists materials one month before each term starts.
What kind of materials does the NLU Bookstore sell?
The NLU Bookstore sells both physical and digital materials. Most of the materials will be digital, but any hard copy items can be shipped to you.
Do I have to purchase my materials from the NLU Bookstore?
No. You can purchase your materials from any preferred retailer (Amazon, Chegg, Barnes & Noble, Better World Books, etc.). Nonetheless, the Bookstore is still a great place to know exactly what you need for your upcoming classes.
Can I request a book voucher to help pay for my materials?
Yes. Book vouchers are available. Please see below for more details.
Book Vouchers
Book Vouchers
In order to receive textbooks prior to the start of classes, a student may request a book advance check or voucher from the NLU Online Bookstore.
Book advances and vouchers are available three weeks before the start of term until noon on the Friday before classes begin. By filling out this form, you will automatically receive a book advance or NLU Online Book voucher every term, unless you have not enrolled for two consecutive terms or opt out in writing. Please note that for your first term of enrollment at National Louis University, ONLY the NLU Book Voucher is available to you.
Eligibility requirements:
A complete financial aid file with enough funding available to cover tuition, fees, and other authorized expenses, OR
Confirmation from an outside agency specifically stating that book charges are an eligible item to be included on the invoice sent directly to the agency. Examples of this option include, but are not limited to: Military Benefits, Illinois Department of Rehabilitation, Workforce Investment Act, or other corporate billing plans.
CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE NLU BOOK VOUCHER REQUEST FORM
For questions regarding book vouchers, please contact Student Finance
Email: studentfinance@nl.edu
Phone: 847-947-5350 (M-TH 8:30am-8pm, F 8:30am-5pm)
https://nl.edu/tuition-and-aid/office-of-student-finance/contact-us/
NLU Library
NLU Library
The NLU Library Offers:
The NLU Library Offers:
In-person and Online support to students.
Book lending, research support, online workshops and appointments with librarians.
Books and other physical materials can be requested through Library One Search.
Access to individual & group study spaces, computer & printer access, and select in-person services.
How do I access materials at the Library?
How do I access materials at the Library?
You can access Library One Search, which enables you to find articles, books, e-books, and videos with one search. Search for articles, books, e-books, and videos here.
Can I only access materials that NLU has?
Can I only access materials that NLU has?
No, students can request materials from libraries around the world to deliver requested items at no cost to you. When using Library One Search make the selection to Request item via I-Share.
You can use your Tipasa Account to request articles that are not available full text in an NLU Library database. All articles are delivered electronically to your Tipasa account.
How do I search for materials on One Search?
How do I search for materials on One Search?
1. Click on Books, Articles & More from the navigation menu on the right
2. The Quick Start box has links to three resources that can be a good starting point for research
Library One Search – search multiple library resources for articles, books, e-books, and videos with one search
Academic Search Complete – search for articles on a variety of topics
See all databases (Databases A-Z) – access the alphabetical list of all of the databases available from the NLU Library
3. Click on the different topics below the Quick Start box to expand the box to access links to library databases by subject and format, and to access your library accounts
4. Chat with a Librarian if you have trouble finding sources on your topic
What Materials does the Library offer?
What Materials does the Library offer?
The library offers access to a variety of resources. Articles, books, ebooks, and videos are all available at the NLU Library.
Research Assistance
Research Assistance
Research can be intimidating. Our librarians at NLU can help you get started!
CLICK HERE TO REQUEST RESEARCH ASSISTANCE FROM A LIBRARIAN
The NLU library offers self guided accessible research guides to assist education students through the process of completing their coursework.
For questions regarding research workshops or for library-specific questions, contact the NLU Library:
Email: library@nl.edu
Chicago Phone: 312-261-3376
Wheeling Phone: 847-947-5503
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