For many students, it's difficult to calculate the true cost of college because additional expenses such as transportation, food, and books vary in price and can only be calculated after classes have already begun. When registering for classes, a tuition (and student fees) bill is generated and financial aid is then charged, leaving remaining costs to be paid out of pocket. Depending on the major and course schedule, a student's textbook expense can wipe him or her clean of checking, savings or credit available. To deal with this challenge, LaGuardia students have come up with creative ways of coping with textbooks costs. Some photocopy select readings, others share single textbooks, and a few wait to purchase or rent books until the very last minute. However, the struggle to pay for textbooks may soon be over.    Read more.