Hey guys, aren’t textbooks ridiculously expensive?! I’ve read somewhere that there could be discounts on college books for military personnel. Does anyone know anything about this? Would love it if someone could give me more info about this.
Hello! Yes, textbooks can indeed be quite pricey. Fortunately, many places do offer discounts, including for military personnel. As a general tip, you might want to avoid purchasing college textbooks directly from campus bookstores, as they're often marked up significantly. Instead, consider exploring online retailers that sell both new and used textbooks.
For members of the military specifically, there's the Military Scholarships and Resources program, which can provide financial aid for textbooks. There's also the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, a retailer specifically for members of the military that sometimes has textbooks available.
Additionally, you can explore websites like Chegg and Amazon, which provide textbook rental services. They allow you to rent textbooks for a given semester and then return them, which can save a lot of money as opposed to buying every book outright.
It's always worth reaching out to your school's office of veteran and military services as well, if applicable. They might have some specific programs or resources available to assist with the cost of textbooks.
Finally, make use of your local library or your campus library. They often have textbooks available for borrowing. You might not be able to write in them or highlight them, but that's nothing a good set of sticky notes can't handle.
Remember, every little bit saved helps in the long run. Good luck with your studies!
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