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Every College student is trying to save a buck and here are a few sites that intend to give you just what you want with the convenience of online service.  No more waiting in line, praying that your book is still in stock, and paying outrageous prices.  Some sites also let you sell back your books at the end of the semester--so keep your eyes peeled for special promotions!!
1. eCampus - In terms of the best prices, quick turnaround on orders, an enormous selection, and a wonderful delivery rate--eCampus is the best place to shop for your textbooks.  Additionally, you can sell your textbooks back at the end of the semester and the site offers other items other than boring textbooks!!  Delivery is free for ground orders or a flat fee of $5.95 for 2-3 day delivery!!  
2. Textbooks - The folks at Texbooks.com guarantee that your textbooks will be there in 3 days ($4.95 flat fee) or else they will refund your delivery.  They have a great selection, competitive prices, and if your teacher has joined with the Textbooks team your syllabus and needed books is already on the site! 
3. Bigwords - With big name sponsors like MTV, Bigwords can afford to build a beautiful site, which is precisely what they have done.  Prices are decent and delivery is free with every purchase!  They also have a program for your professors and tons of other cool stuff you'll need to get ready each semester.

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Varsity Books -  Another well designed site that is extremely easy to browse.  We found their prices to be a little more than some of the other sites, but they offer a flat fee of $4.95 for 2-3 day delivery and lots of contests to win money--just what every college kid needs!
eFollet - Unlike the other sites, eFollet charges $3.95 plus an additional $0.95 for every book that is shipped.  The savings aren't bad and they guarantee 50% back for your used textbooks that sport their exclusive 50% back sticker.  

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