The Northeast Campus Stores Association (NCSA) is proud to be one of the most engaged and collaborative regional associations in the campus store industry. With members ranging from large university stores to smaller format stores, NCSA offers a vibrant network and powerful tools to help educational retailers in the Northeast thrive.

We are dedicated to empowering campus stores with the professional development, leadership support, and industry insight needed to succeed. Through educational sessions, engaging trade shows, and valuable networking opportunities, NCSA fosters a strong, informed community committed to excellence in campus retail.

Connecting and empowering members to create success—that’s our guiding principle. We believe in building a future where every member store has the tools, network, and confidence to adapt, innovate, and lead.

Our members include:

• Campus stores and educational retailers across New England and New York.
• Prep schools, private institutions, and public universities of all sizes.
• Trusted industry vendors and partners who support store operations, merchandising, and student engagement.

Whether you're seeking vendor connections, marketing inspiration, or advice from seasoned peers, NCSA provides a space to collaborate, learn, and grow.

NCSA was established in 2013, born from a merger between two long-standing associations: Campus Stores of New England (CSNE), founded in 1961, and the College Store Association of New York State (CSA-NYS), founded in 1971. For decades, these organizations worked side-by-side to promote excellence in campus retail. The formation of NCSA combined their strengths, creating a united voice for the Northeast’s campus store professionals.

As a member of NCSA, you gain:

• Access to exclusive regional conferences and events, including our annual Fall Conference and vendor trade show.
• Real-time insight into industry trends, operations, and best practices.
• A community of peers, mentors, and vendors ready to support your goals.
• Opportunities to showcase your store's value and leadership on campus and within the industry.
• A powerful regional voice advocating for the future of campus retail.

Join NCSA today and become part of a dynamic network driving innovation and collaboration in campus store management across the Northeast.