The Isla vista Bookstore carries books for both UCSB and Santa Barbara City College. It is a really convenient way to purchase your books without having to deal with the crowds on the campuses. The selection is fair enough that you are usually able to find most of your books there, and they offer nostalgia gift items such as collegiate gear for both schools as well as local Santa Barbara merchandise. The store can get crowded, but there is usally ample staffing to help you find anything you might need.
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