- College students spent an average of $579 on 10 required materials for class, during the 2016-17 academic year. That's down from $602 the previous year.
- One of the most effective ways for students to save is by staying ahead of the curve and buying books in the off-season — then selling their used texts during times of peak demand.
- One option some students don't often consider is using the local library as a resource.
