Usually, a textbook subscription is worth it only when it replaces enough required material to beat the total cost of buying, renting, or using a used copy. That sounds obvious, but students get tripped up because they compare the subscription price to just one book price. The real comparison has to include how many courses […]
Before you buy a textbook online, learn how to check the seller, ISBN, edition, photos, payment method, and access-code risk so you don’t get scammed.
Learn when an Inclusive Access textbook fee is worth keeping, when to opt out, and how to compare access codes, used books, rentals, OER, and library options.
Need a textbook access code for homework or an eBook? Learn when used books are risky, how to compare standalone codes, bundles, bookstore options, and temporary access.
Wondering how to be the most successful student you can be? Check out the following list of 6 awesome habits that you need in your life! From weekly homework and monthly assignments to studying for that big final exam (all while trying to eat right!), it’s no wonder many students feel overwhelmed throughout the year. […]
Need tips for students during COVID-19? Check out this month’s handy college and university survival guide to learn how to face the school year during a pandemic. As 2020 has roared on, college students are now preparing to go back for the fall semester. It will no doubt be the most unique fall semester to […]
Have you been experiencing any of the symptoms of student burn-out? Below, we discuss burn-out and the importance of self-care during college or university. Whether you’re a freshman, a sophomore, or a senior, post-secondary education can be a stressful time in your life. Chances are, you’ll be juggling your school life, friends, a part or […]
Feeling nervous about going off to college or university? Looking for a few tips on how to survive first-year? Learn about the biggest Do’s and Don’ts of post-secondary survival in today’s blog post. There’s no doubt about it, starting college or university as a first-year student can be a daunting experience. After all, it’s an […]
Do you have any hobbies outside of school? If you’re like most of us, our hobbies include Netflix and killing time online But what if there was a better way to relieve stress on the weekends? It’s important to pursue your own interests outside of the classroom. Hobbies not only add joy to your life […]
Kinda sucks, doesn’t it? You enter college thinking it’s about taking courses on topics you want to study, not more general education requirements. In reality, most of your first two years of college are spent taking these mandatory classes (aka your “gen ed” courses). Like most things in life, there are pros and cons when […]