Textbooks
If your course has required textbooks/course materials, a link or specific directions will be provided on the course detail pages. Search for your course at the Course Catalog.
Purchasing textbooks
Students may purchase their course materials through the University Bookstore.
* Online (University Bookstore Textbooks main page)
* By phone: 573-882-7611 or 1-800-862-5866
* In person: Main Level Brady Commons, Columbia, MO 65211
Availability
Textbooks are available approximately one month prior to the course start date. Check the University Bookstore web site frequently for textbook availability and updates. For your convenience, the bookstore web site lists required textbooks by semester and course. You will need to select the appropriate course number and section number to view the list of required textbooks for your course. Most textbooks for MU In The Evening are listed under the department heading of "MU Direct." (MU Direct is the Extension program that administers MU In The Evening.) Exceptions include: Nursing, Radiological Sciences and Respiratory Therapy.
* Place your order as early as possible to avoid delays in beginning your online course work.
Used Book Classifieds
The University Bookstore's Used Book Classifieds is a great place for students to post used books they wish to sell or buy used books.
If you have not registered with the University Bookstore, please register first, so that up-to-date contact information is available to others wishing to purchase books you are selling.