Discount Books: Compare Textbooks
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Some students have been known to compare textbook prices between different classes to determine which classes they are going to take. Imagine if one class had a total of $100, while another had a total of $300. This differential is not unheard of and could be a major burden on many students.
Before you make the rather drastic decision not to take a class, or not buying books for classes you are taking, you should absolutely not go by the retail price of books. There are a lot of things that can affect the price of a book and this could affect the final total. For instance, rarity is a major issue. The more rare a book, the more it will cost, even when used.
In the above example, the $300 in book costs could be shaved considerably if it is comprised of common books. Some of the most popular books can be half as much as their sticker price when you find used copies. Another major factor that affects price is the quality of a used book. Obviously, you want the best quality possible, but if you are really strapped for cash, you can find a book in good to poor condition.
Shop Around
The major point is to shop around. There is no reason you should forgo taking a certain class because supplies are too expensive. Potentially a class which has initial costs of $100 could end up more expensive than a class with $300 in books. If the books are common and you find good deals online, you can save a significant amount of money.
Posted on: Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 11:59 am 
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