Quick thought:
One of the most frustrating aspects of college life is
the expense of college textbooks. The
average student spends about $4,000 over the duration of college on textbooks
alone. This newscast suggests some more
affordable options. With social media,
online book sites, and even international options, finding textbooks is easier
and cheaper than use.
The suggestions are practical, easy to use advice on how to
navigate Web sites instead of just going to the campus bookstore. Talking with other students and posting for
sale or needed book information on social media makes textbook transactions a more
economical process. These alternative options
usually offer higher resale value, too. Just
always remember to check the costs of shipping when shopping or selling online!
READERS, what do you think?
Do you prefer the convenience of shopping at the
bookstore?
Are the lower prices worth the time needed to comparison shop
online?
*Kelly McDaniel is an undergraduate student with UK Department of Family Sciences
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I agree with this post that there are many options to buying and selling textbook. I worked at a textbook store for years and the general rule is whatever you paid for the book you will get half the price but only if the book is still going to be used the next semester and only if the bookstore needs more of that book to sale. Otherwise the bookstore gives you less money for the book if they take it at all. Raney S.
ReplyDeleteElizabeth Cox
ReplyDeleteKelly- This is a great post. It's so true how irritating and costly it can be to buy textbooks in college. I think a lot of students don't take advantage of the money saving ways to buy textbooks because it's not always the most convenient way to purchase textbooks. Convenience can take priority over cost for some people. It's all dependent on people's financial capabilities and what their priorities are. Thanks for sharing!