College Textbooks on a Budget

Your first year of college brings many surprises, some pleasant (your English professor doesn't take attendance) and some not-so-pleasant (your new roommate's penchant for salami and onion sandwiches). Among the top ten most surprising things about college is the price of textbooks - ouch! They cost how much? Even if you're a not a first-year college student, and you know what to expect, you probably still receive your textbook list with a grimace. The high cost of books can be a blow to even the most parentally-padded wallet. Here are a few tips to ensure that you can get your required reading materials without going broke.