The Campus Store Return Policy


Thank you for shopping with us!
We are committed to providing quality products and excellent service.
Please review our return policy below to ensure a smooth and efficient return process.



General Return Guidelines

  • A valid receipt is required for all returns and exchanges.
  • Items must be in original condition—unworn, unused, and with all tags and packaging intact.
  • Refunds will be issued in the original form of payment.
  • Returns made without a receipt may be eligible for store credit at the current selling price.
  • The store reserves the right to deny returns that do not meet policy requirements.


Course Material Returns

  • Textbook returns are only accepted for dropped classes (proof of course drop required), before the return deadline each term.
    • Textbooks for Fall-Winter courses can be returned within 30 days of purchase or before the Winter return deadline, whichever is first.
    • Textbooks for late term courses can be returned within 30 days of purchase or before the return deadline, whichever is first.
  • New textbooks must be unmarked and in original packaging (including any shrink-wrap or access codes) to receive a full refund.
  • Access codes, digital materials, are non-returnable once redeemed.
  • Inclusive Access (IA) Materials are subject to the opt-out deadline. For more details visit our IA FAQ page.
  • Custom course packets, and all course materials sold after the return deadline are final-sale.
Term Return Deadline
Fall 2026 October 2, 2026
Late Fall 2026 (Courses starting Nov. 2, 2026) November 17, 2026
Winter 2027 February 2, 2027
Late Winter 2026 (Courses starting Feb. 25, 2027) March 12, 2027
Spring/Summer 2027 June 2, 2027
Late Summer 2027 (Courses starting July 2, 2027) July 20, 2027


General Merchandise Returns

  • Returns are accepted within 30 days of purchase.
  • Items must be unused, unwashed, and in original packaging.
  • Electronics, calculators, and software must be unopened. Opened items may only be returned if defective and within the manufacturer's return window.
  • Clearance items, custom orders, gift cards, special orders and shipping charges are final sale.


Online Purchases

  • Online orders may be returned in-store or by mail, provided they meet the same conditions outlined above.
  • Customers are responsible for return shipping unless the item was incorrect or defective.
  • In-store pickups are subject to our In-store Pickup Policy.

Contact & Questions

For further questions or assistance, please contact the store at 613-520-3832 or email us at campusstore@carleton.ca 

We appreciate your business and wish you a successful semester!