Bookstore

GCTC is transitioning bookstore and course material services to a new provider. As part of this change, Barnes & Noble College will continue operating campus bookstores for the Spring 2026 semester, while preparations begin for our new partner, BibliU. Learn more about the transition to BibliU here.

The Gateway Bookstore is operated by Barnes & Noble College and is located on our Boone Campus at 500 Technology Way Florence KY, 41042.

Remember to bring your Student ID and your class schedule when visiting the bookstore. Unfortunately, we cannot look up your schedule, so having it available is important to ensure you get the correct materials.

Visit our Bookstore website to order course materials, supplies, Gateway gear, or check out our general reading book selection online. If you’re enrolled in online classes through another KCTCS campus, you can also order your course materials from that campus at our Bookstore website.

You’ll need your class schedule to order your course materials.

Shipping Method: Choose ground shipping (not expedited) for typical 1-business-day transit within KY, IN, and most of OH.

Order Confirmation: After placing an online order, you’ll receive an automatic confirmation email.

Fulfillment Times: During peak periods, fulfillment may take up to 48 hours.

Weekend Orders: Orders placed outside store hours will be processed on the next business day.

Remember, if you have any questions about your online order, provide your order number for faster assistance.

We offer FREE in-store pickup and FREE pickup at the Edgewood and Urban Metro Campus Information Commons during business hours. We accept all major credit cards, Google Pay, Apple Pay, PayPal, and Financial Aid when available.

Bookstore Hours

November 24 – November 30
Monday – Tuesday 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday – Sunday Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
December 1 – December 21
Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday Closed
December 22 – January 4
Closed for Winter Break

Awarded Financial Aid for the Spring semester can be used January 5 – January 23

January 5 – 11
Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday Closed
January 12 – 18
Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday Closed
January 19 – 25
Monday Closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Tuesday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday Closed

BibliU Transition

Our goal is to make this transition as smooth and stress-free as possible for students, faculty, and staff. During Spring 2026, you will still purchase your course materials through Barnes & Noble as usual. Additional updates will be shared as we move closer to the launch of our new campus store services.

What to expect

For the Spring 2026

Textbook purchases: Both hard copy and digital textbooks will be available through the Barnes & Noble campus bookstore.
Textbook rentals: Digital rentals will be available; however, hard copy textbook rentals will not be offered for Spring 2026.
Buyback: The Barnes & Noble online buyback program will remain available for Spring.
Graduation regalia: Regalia may be ordered online and shipped directly to you. Limited quantities may be available in campus stores.
Course charge program: Beginning in Summer 2026, course charge materials will be ordered through BibliU. Additional details will be shared before the transition.

Important Dates

May 8, 2026: Last day of business for Barnes & Noble campus stores.
May 11–22, 2026: Campus bookstore locations closed during transition.
May 20–31, 2026: BibliU prepares new campus store locations.
June 1, 2026: BibliU campus stores open.

We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we transition to a new bookstore partner. More information will be shared as it becomes available.