How can I find low-cost textbooks?
Answer
Thank you for your question about saving money on textbooks.
The library may have some textbooks in its collection. To search the library's collection, go to the Library Homepage and click on Books. Enter the title or author in the search boxes.
Here are some suggestions if you are looking to buy or rent your textbooks from places other than the Campus Bookstore.
Tips for Looking Online
- Find the publisher of your textbook and see if an older edition (usually cheaper) is available and ask your teacher if an older edition is allowed for class.
- Compare prices on websites such as Amazon or eBay Textbooks
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Look at textbook rental websites such as CampusBooks.com, TextbookRentals.com, or Textbooks.com
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If you are going to rent, read the fine print! Look at shipping costs, return policies, and return deadlines.
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Other Tips
- Ask your teacher if each textbook is required for the class and if it must be *this* edition before buying the book.
- Ask your teacher to put the book "On Reserve" at the library.
- Ask your teacher to consider using FREE Open Source Textbooks.
- Look into sharing textbooks with your friends and classmates.
If you need additional assistance, please Contact a Librarian.