About BookYard

We're on a mission to make textbooks more affordable and accessible for college students everywhere.

Our Mission

To create a trusted marketplace where students can easily buy and sell textbooks within their campus community, making education more affordable and sustainable for everyone.

Our Story

BookYard was born from a simple observation: college textbooks are expensive, and students often struggle to afford the books they need for their education. We saw classmates choosing between buying textbooks and buying groceries, and we knew there had to be a better way.

Founded by students, for students, BookYard connects learners on the same campus to buy and sell textbooks directly. By cutting out the middleman, we help students save money while ensuring that textbooks find new life with students who need them.

Today, BookYard serves students across multiple universities, facilitating transactions and saving students from unreasonable textbook costs.

Our Values

Community First

We believe in the power of student communities to support each other and create positive change.

Affordability

Education should be accessible to all. We're committed to helping students save money on textbooks.

Trust & Safety

We prioritize creating a safe, trustworthy environment for all student transactions.

Making an Impact

$500+
Average savings per student
10,000+
Books exchanged
50+
Universities served

Looking Forward

We're constantly working to improve the BookYard experience. Our roadmap includes features like:

  • Enhanced search and recommendation algorithms
  • Mobile app for iOS and Android
  • Integration with university bookstores
  • Expanded support for digital textbooks and resources
  • Campus-specific safety and meetup features
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