The older woman who works here is incredibly rude. I’ve been in multiple times and have been given the same poor treatment each time. From now on I would much rather walk all the way to the Ave bookstore than shop here.
March 2020
Other than the one rude employee, I have had a great experience there when it comes to renting my textbooks.
December 2018
Free parking in their parking lot fronting the bookstore with a validation from inside. Besides books and supplies large selection of University of Washington clothes and accessories. As expected, the apparel can be on the pricey side but they do have sale items on the floor above where the main apparel are displayed for... read full comment
Founded by students, for students, on January 10, 1900, University Book Store continues to support the University of Washington community by providing students and faculty with affordable and accessible course materials and supplies.
As both one of the country's largest collegiate bookstores and "the great grandparent of all Seattle bookstores," you'll discover the largest range of officially licensed and exclusive Husky gear and apparel, as well as a wide selection of contemporary fiction and non-fiction, Northwest-themed gifts, home goods, professional office and art supplies, and so much more.