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Education is critical to getting ahead in today's society. However, students attending institutions of higher education continue to face difficulty affording the textbooks they need to complete their studies. The New York State Department of State Division of Consumer Protection has compiled tips college students AND faculty can follow to help reduce the cost of textbooks.
Student Textbook Affordability Considerations for Faculty
The Division offers guidance for faculty at colleges, universities and other schools of higher education to consider when choosing textbooks for their classes.
Safety information dealing with art supplies, clothing and other school-related items can be found on the Consumer Products Safety page.