average college book cost per semester
1 Depending on the number of credits, the price can vary from $200-$1000 per semester. 2  According to CollegeBoard.com, the national average for college textbooks is $1,137 per year. 3  Many books come with a cd-rom version of many of the lessons as well as charts, graphs, pictures, etc. that go with the curriculum. Other curriculum, such as A Beka Book, is specifically designed for Christian education and can be much cheaper. 2  For example, their Grammar book is only $15. 3  The total cost of books at a college level will usually be much higher. 4  Depending on the number of credits, the price can vary from $200-$1000 per semester.