Yes, textbook prices have skyrocketed.
Generally speaking math, science, and engineering seem to be some of the most expensive text out there. Business texts can be fairly expensive too so it is wonderful that they are online.
In addition to used books, you can check other ways to save money:
1. Check out renting textbooks.
2. Earlier editions can often be found on Amazon or other sites for a very low price. Sometimes the differences in the editions are minor enough that it doesn't matter. Some professors can tell you if the earlier edition will be OK.
3. Sharing books. When I was in school a friend and I would buy one copy of a text we both needed, split the cost, and share the books. School libraries often carry a copy of at least some of the texts used by professors.
4. Borrowing books. And also, occasionally professors will lend an extra copy they have of textbook to students who can't afford the book.
If anyone else thinks of any ideas I've missed, please add to this thread. Thanks.
Last edited by Susan-Colleges; 08/27/10 06:13 PM.
