With college textbook costs totaling upwards of $500 per semester for some, many students have resorted to saying, “Enough is enough.” Some students have settled for other money-saving and practical ways to still take certain courses without actually owning the required text.
In a survey done by the United States Public Interest Research Group of students across 13 college campuses, seven in 10 said they have previously decided against purchasing a textbook because of its cost. MU students are no exception.
Sophomore Tom Chen, who purchased all the required books for his classes last year, said he realized he was spending a lot more money than necessary to still do well in his classes.
Since Chen’s friend from his residence hall is enrolled in the same genetics class, he figured he could just borrow his book when he needs it.
“It’s a smart business decision,” Chen said. “I’m not going to spend more if I don’t have to.”
Chen is also considering returning his chemistry book since his roommate has the same one.
“Why would you have two of the same books?” he said about the $114 book.
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