Academic Resources

Bookstore

Bookstore Ordering

Our Baker College bookstores are managed by Barnes & Noble. You can place bookstore orders at baker.bncollege.com.

Refunds and Exchanges

Barnes & Noble College maintains a refund policy developed with students’ welfare in mind. The standard refund policy is as follows:

Textbooks

• For textbooks purchased at the one of our bookstores, refunds will be issued to the original payment method, provided they are returned within the first week of classes and in original condition with the original receipt.
• Within 30 days of the first day of classes, textbooks accompanied by a valid proof of add/drop and the original receipt will be refunded.

Electronics

• Refunds for electronics are available within 14 days of purchase, given they are returned in original condition with the original receipt.
• Opened software, audio books, DVDs, CDs, music, and small electronics can be exchanged for the same item if defective but are not eligible for refunds.

All Other Merchandise

• Refunds for other merchandise purchased at the bookstore are issued any time during the semester, provided they are returned in original condition with the original receipt.
• Returns without a receipt will result in store credit issued at the current selling price.
• Certain items are not eligible for refunds or exchanges, including food and beverages, unwrapped loose-leaf books, activated e-books, custom course materials, outlines, study guides, school guides, magazines, and prepaid cards.

Academic Resource Center (ARC)

Library Services

At Baker College, our libraries are dedicated to fully supporting the educational pursuits of our students, faculty, and staff. We accomplish this by providing a wide range of services and resources designed to enrich learning experiences and foster academic achievement. Here’s what our libraries provide:

Library Website

• Explore guides.baker.edu/onlineresources for easy access to our online resources.

Research Assistance

• Receive personalized support from librarians for assignment-focused help.
• Access online research assistance during the day, evening, and weekends.
• Get guidance on APA format.

Online Resources

• Access full-text articles from over 100 databases.
• Explore a collection of over 70,000 searchable ebooks.
• Utilize over 100,000 ejournals.
• Access streaming media covering course-related subjects, available 24/7.

Faculty Support

• Participate in virtual and in-person library instruction sessions for courses.
• Schedule course visits for tailored support.
• Receive assistance with faculty research.

Onsite Materials

• Browse through our collection of books, journals, DVDs, CDs, and audiobooks.
• Utilize our research and study spaces for individual and group study.
• Access computers and printing facilities.

Ask Us

• Visit askus.baker.edu for assistance.
• Fill out the form on the right for reference assistance.
• Explore our knowledgebase of previously answered questions.

Research Guides

• Visit guides.baker.edu to find program and course-specific resources including electronic books, authoritative websites, searchable keywords, topic ideas, focused database choices, journal articles, and academic video suggestions.

Additional Services

• Receive technical assistance and troubleshooting for online resources.
• Utilize our interlibrary loan services to access materials we don’t have in our collection.

Tutoring Services

Tutoring Services at Baker College are dedicated to nurturing academic growth and excellence among our students. We provide professional tutoring across various subjects to support your learning journey. Our tutoring sessions come in two formats:

Online Asynchronous Sessions

• If you’re unable to meet in real-time, simply upload your document, and our tutors will provide feedback within 24 hours. When scheduling this session, make sure to upload the draft you need assistance with.

Online Live Synchronous Sessions 

• Prefer face-to-face interaction, even virtually? Opt for a synchronous session, where you’ll collaborate with a tutor in real-time via Zoom. Utilize audio, video, and chat, as well as the whiteboard for effective communication and learning. Click on your tutor’s Zoom link during the scheduled session time to join.

Whether you seek support in time management, understanding concepts, improving writing skills, or overall academic enhancement, Tutoring Services is here to guide you towards success in your academic and professional endeavors. For information regarding a tutorial appointment, please visit Baker College Tutoring Services.

To book a tutoring appointment, visit Tutoring Appointment.

Career Services: Your Professional Development Partner

Key Services

• Handshake: Handshake is an online career management platform that uses smart, data-driven tools to match students and alumni with internships, employment and volunteer opportunities that align with your interests and goals.
  • Create and build your career profile to showcase your skills and credentials
  • Direct connections with employers through curated partnerships across diverse industries  
  • Discover personalized career resources tailored to your professional journey
• Career-Focused Training and Resources: Our career training and on-demand resources help you develop essential skills in personal branding, interviewing, and job search strategies while providing comprehensive tools for resume building, networking, and career advancement to support your professional growth.
  • Class Presentations: Sessions on resume strategies, interview tips, and career readiness
  • Employer-Led Virtual Workshops: Interactive events featuring insights and tools from employer partners
  • Career Fairs: In-person and virtual opportunities for students to connect directly with employers and gain real-world networking experience
  • Resources: A digital resource library for job search preparation
• Alumni Career Guidance: Access to Career Services doesn’t end when you graduate. As a BC alum, you have access to the same resources, workshops, career fairs and Handshake. 

Work Experience Courses

Undergraduate Work Experience Courses

At Baker College, we offer work experience courses that give you a chance to earn academic credit while gaining practical, supervised work experience. These experiences happen in various settings-businesses, industries, government agencies, and other organizations.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Purpose: Work experience courses are all about preparing you for the transition from classroom learning to the real world of employment. They also help you better understand the field you’ve chosen to enter.
• Who Participates: If you’re in an associate or bachelor degree program, you’ll likely participate in internships after completing most of your major core courses.
• Career Focus: These courses are career-oriented and directly related to your program of study.
• Valuable Experiences: The experiences you gain are valuable-they’ll help you build the skills and knowledge necessary for related jobs.
• Current Job: If it makes sense, you may even be able to fulfill your work experience hours with your current employer.

So, think of work experience courses as stepping stones toward your future career. They’re like a bridge between what you learn in class and what you’ll do out there in the working world!

Health Insurance Coverage for Work Experience Courses

Any medical expenses that may occur during your work experience will be your responsibility to cover. As a health science student, you will need to have health insurance for your clinical/work experiences, as some of the clinical sites will not accept students without health insurance coverage.