Follett Campus Bookstore

Name

Follett Campus Bookstore

Legal name

Follett Higher Education Group

Website

https://tusk.bkstr.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

College Bookstore Retail

NAICS

Book Retailers and News Dealers (4592), Office Supplies, Stationery, and Gift Retailers (4594), Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers (459)

SIC

Retail-Miscellaneous Shopping Goods Stores (5940), Retail-Misc General Merchandise Stores (5399)

akta.pro primary industry

Textbooks & Academic Books Retail (CRALAAAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Campus Bookstore-Adjacent Retail (Snacks, Beverages, Essentials) (EDALADAE), General Bookstores (New Books) (CRALAAAA)

Keywords

• Campus bookstore retail
• Textbook sales
• Course materials
• University merchandise
• Textbook rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Tuskegee

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Physical Product Sales: Retail sales of textbooks, course materials, apparel, accessories, gifts, electronics, school supplies, dorm and home goods, health and beauty products, books, music, games, convenience items
2. Textbook Rentals: Rental program for textbooks allowing students to rent instead of buy, saving up to 80%
3. Textbook Buyback: Students can sell back their textbooks
4. Gift Cards: Gift card sales for the bookstore

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Operates as the official retail bookstore for Tuskegee University, selling new, used, and rental textbooks and course materials alongside university-branded apparel, gifts, electronics, school supplies, dorm and home goods, health and beauty products, books, music, games, graduation regalia, specialty items, and convenience goods. Operates both a campus-based physical retail location and an online storefront through the Bkstr platform.

Product overview

Follett Campus Bookstore operates as a comprehensive university bookstore platform offering a diverse retail assortment. The core product portfolio centers on textbooks and course materials (with rental, new, and used options) complemented by extensive lifestyle categories including clothing, electronics, school supplies, dorm and home goods, health and wellness products, gifts and collectibles, and convenience items. Specialty offerings include graduation regalia and diploma frames, Tuskegee Airmen merchandise, and sports-themed gear. The platform also features brand partnerships with Apple, HP, Samsung, and Dell. Additional services include a Price Match Guarantee on course materials and Campus Living Bundles for new students. Revenue from purchases directly supports Tuskegee University student scholarships and campus programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Textbooks and Course Materials Required textbooks and course materials sold in new, used, and rental formats to Tuskegee University students, with faculty adoption support and inclusive-access options.
• Clothing and Accessories University-branded apparel and accessories for students, faculty, alumni, and family members across men's, women's, kids', and all-gender lines.
• Gifts and Collectibles University-themed gift and collectible items including drinkware, plush, ornaments, home décor, games, tailgate gear, auto accessories, blankets, office and travel items, pet supplies, golf items, and pennants.
• Electronics Consumer electronics including computers, tablets, software, accessories, cell phones, audio/video equipment, cameras, storage, printers, fitness trackers, smart home devices, and drones.
• School Supplies Academic supplies including desk accessories, testing supplies, notebooks, folders, binders, calculators, planners, art materials, and engineering/drafting supplies.
• Dorm and Home Dorm and home living essentials for students including bath items, bedding, storage, furnishings, kitchenware, laundry supplies, organization items, fitness accessories, lamps, décor, furniture, and appliances.
• Health, Wellness and Beauty Personal care and wellness products including bath and body, hair care, first aid, oral care, vitamins, supplements, makeup, and fitness/heart monitors.
• Books, Music and Games Entertainment media offerings including general reading books, vinyl records, and video games.
• Graduation and Regalia Commencement items including diploma frames, graduation regalia (such as stoles), graduation-themed clothing and accessories, and related alumni merchandise.
• Specialty Shops Specialized product collections including Tuskegee Airmen merchandise, celebration kits, and sports gear shops for football, basketball, hockey, lacrosse, and softball.
• Convenience Quick-purchase convenience items including beverages, candy, snacks, nutrition products, bakery goods, grocery items, frozen foods, and refrigerated foods.
• Alumni Merchandise Alumni-themed clothing, accessories, gifts, and collectibles for Tuskegee University alumni.
• Gift Cards Bookstore gift cards usable for purchases at the Tuskegee University Bookstore in-store and online.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students can save up to 80% on textbooks through rental program

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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