Book Charge Program
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. Effective summer 2021, Village Commons Bookstore is permanently closed. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2021 | up to $350 | Closed | Closed |
| Fall 2021 | up to $700 | July 26, 2021 | September 3, 2021 |
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.
Book Returns
For instructions on how to return books, please visit Huskie Books and Gear return policy.
Contact Us
OneCard ID ServicesFounders Memorial Library
Room 104
DeKalb, IL 60115
Phone: 815-753-9569
Email: onecard@niu.edu
