Chapter 31 (VR&E) Books and Supplies

Purchasing Books and Supplies with Chapter 31 (VR&E)

Students using Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) benefits can purchase approved textbooks, supplies, and technology through the Penn State Campus Store using their authorized VA account.

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Ordering Your Course Materials

1. Visit the Penn State Campus Store and select Textbooks from the menu.
2. Enter your 9-digit Penn State ID number without the leading 3 and select Shop.
3. Select your campus and term, then select Shop again.
4. Your required course materials will be displayed. Review the materials for each course and select only required textbooks and materials authorized for your courses.
5. Add the approved items to your bag. When you have finished selecting your materials, proceed to Checkout.

Checking Out Using Your VA Account

During checkout:

1. Enter your email address and choose whether you would like your order shipped or picked up at the Campus Store.
2. Under the payment options, select VA Accounts/Student-Athlete Book Scholarship.
3. Enter your Penn State ID number. At this step, include the leading 3 before your 9-digit Penn State ID number.
4. Enter your billing address and phone number, then select Look Up Account. Your VA account may not appear if the billing address and phone number are not entered.
5. Your available VA textbook and/or supply account will appear. Select Apply Funds to charge eligible items to the appropriate VA account.

Items authorized by VR&E will be charged directly to your VA account. If an item is not authorized, the Campus Store website will indicate that the VA account cannot be used for that item.

Order Confirmation

After completing your order, you will receive an order confirmation displaying your confirmation number and shipping or pickup information. You should also receive an email confirming your order.