Research

The cost of textbooks can significantly increase the cost of postsecondary education. To make college more affordable, the Office of Distance Learning and Student Services is conducting research to identify ways to reduce the cost of educational materials.

Executive Summary (PDF)

Results & Findings (PDF)

Infographic (PDF)

• 2018 Student Textbook and Course Materials Survey - Executive Summary (PDF)
• 2018 Student Textbook and Course Materials Survey - Results and Findings (PDF)
• 2018 Student Textbook and Course Materials Survey (Infographic)

• 2016 Student Textbook and Course Material Survey - Results and Findings (PDF)
• Textbook Affordability: What are Students Saying? (Infographic)