Important: You must have your OneCard in order to purchase books online using the Book Charge Program.
NIU students who receive financial aid have a convenient method of buying books and school supplies at the beginning of each semester. You can use your OneCard ID at Huskie Books and Gear (815-753-1081) to charge the cost of your books and school supplies to your student bursar account.
Please note that only students who are receiving financial aid can use this feature.
Semester
Eligible Per-Semester Maximums
Book Charge Start Date
Book Charge End Date
Spring 2023
up to $700
December 19, 2022
CLOSED
Summer 2023
up to $350
May 30, 2023
June 30, 2023
Fall 2023
up to $700
July 25, 2023
September 8, 2023
Huskie Books and Gear
Hours of Operation
Monday through Thursday (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Friday (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Book Delivery/Pick-up Options
Books purchased online can be shipped to the mailing address provided at checkout or can be picked up in the store.