Cutting Costs On Illustrated Anatomy Textbooks And More

By Judy Sullivan


Getting into college is an exciting time in the life of any student. Following the anxiety of applications and campus visits, the thrill of receiving acceptance letters feels amazing. However, soon afterward comes the anxiety that results when you consider the expenses of living arrangements, illustrated anatomy textbooks, and other associated costs. College may be expensive, but there are many ways to save money. Students simply need to be resourceful and frugal. By speaking to fellow students and exploring all possible options, you may be able to save a good amount of money. Here are two primary areas where you may be able to cut costs.

Books: Anyone who has ever been a college student knows that textbooks can be absurdly expensive. Buying directly from the college bookstore may break the bank, but there are many other options.

1. Online sites. Many internet retailers sell textbooks for a fraction of the cover price. If you can find used books, you can save money, even when you consider the shipping and handling costs.

2. Sharing books between students. You may be able to purchase a book jointly with a friend, or borrow or a buy a friend's used book. Students also sometimes share electronic copies of books.

3. Ask your college bookstore about used books and rentals. Buying the books used (if they are available) will save you a good percentage of the bookstore's price for new ones. Renting will be even cheaper, and let's be realistic; most people do not use their textbooks after they have finished a class.

Living arrangements: Housing is another huge cost for many students. You do not want to find yourself in the midst of finals, suddenly wondering how you are going to cover your rent for the month because it is beyond your means. Here are some ways you can save on housing:

1. Live in the dorms. If your parents are covering your college expenses, or if you have received enough financial aid to cover more than just tuition, this may be a very sensible option for you. University housing plans often include meal plans, which will help you save money on food.

2. Live with roommates. Living with other people can be annoying, especially if you do not know them very well, but you cannot argue with the financial benefits of learning to cope with that annoyance. If you have friends who are looking for housing, even better! Most people who go away to college spend at least a year or two living with others.

3. Stay with your parents. More and more people are choosing to stay at home and attend college in their hometown. You may be anxious to get out on your own, but remember: if you can save some money by living with your parents now, you will have a better chance of achieving security once you DO get out on your own.

All of these decisions can make you feel stressed, but planning in advance will be a huge help. When you identify the ways you can save, it hurts much less to buy those illustrated anatomy textbooks and make those housing payments. A budget and a financial plan will make everything much more bearable.




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