Book Cost Calculator

Calculate your textbook expenses and find savings opportunities.

Book Details

Courses per Semester

Average New Book Cost ($)

Purchase Distribution (%)

% Used Books (Save 40%)

% Rentals (Save 60%)

% Digital/E-Books (Save 50%)

Semesters per Year

Years of Study

Total Book Cost

$3,600

40 books over 4 years

Your Savings

$2,400

40.0% saved vs. all new books

Cost Breakdown

Avg. Actual Cost/Book$90

Per Semester$450

Per Year$900

Full Price Would Be$6,000