They also needed time to build a portal that will allow the college system to track whether the free textbook programs are contributing to student success. The colleges are waiting for that funding, ...

The average college student spent $415 in 2018 on their course ... “Some of the other national models dealing with textbook affordability promote (free content) but that is still optional. We’re ...

Here’s what’s been going on with the site—plus some alternatives for accessing free e-books. Chegg, The “Netflix For Textbooks,” Looks To Raise $150 Million In IPO The site that offers ...

UMass Lowell, together with colleges and universities across the state, is developing free, online textbooks ... the need for traditional textbooks, which will provide a cost savings to our students; ...

And yup you're going to spend $150 on a textbook for a class you don't care about! Turns out, it's not unreasonable for some four year college students to spend close to $500 a year on textbooks.

Massachusetts residents without a bachelor's degree can learn how to attend Berkshire Community College for free, including free books and supplies, during one of three information sessions scheduled ...