Students

Save time and money with our online bookstore! Read on to find out more!

Textbook ordering is done entirely online at the Houghton University Online Bookstore: Houghton.vitalsource.com

The Houghton University Online Bookstore offers students an efficient, personalized shopping experience. All courses, required materials, and pricing options are displayed in one easy-to-navigate page. Be sure to order with enough time to allow your books to be shipped to you before classes start.

The Highlanders Shop carries course supplies you may need such as lab coats, goggles, flash drives, drum pads, etc. As always, if you need anything, we are here to help so give us a call at 585-567-9620.

3 steps to order

Features of the Houghton University Online Bookstore include:

  • A personalized website experience when you log in with your Houghton e-mail and password featuring all your courses and required books.
  • A quick ordering process - place your order in just 5 minutes!
  • New, used, eBook, and rental textbook formats.
  • An average savings of 60% off list price on Marketplace items.
  • Textbooks are tax-free and can be charged to your student account to allow you to use your financial aid, scholarships, or loans.
  • Free shipping on retail orders over $79. *Excludes marketplace orders.
  • At any time, you can choose to sell your books and see what quote is offered.
  • Year-round student support with 24/7 availability during the back-to-school season.
  • Post and sell textbooks on the Valore Marketplace - get an instant quote.

 View the webinar with step-by-step instructions and Q&A!

  • Please note that gift certificates to The Highlanders Shop cannot be applied to Online Bookstore orders
  • When entering your Student ID, please be sure to include the "P" at the beginning (ex: P0000...)
Get Started! Order Course Materials from the Online Bookstore
Need help? Visit houghton.vitalsource.com/help to find help articles or talk with a live agent using the chat feature.