I am a college student and like many others, I have personally experienced the hefty financial burden of buying textbooks. Adding this cost on top of tuition fees, accommodations, and other expenses makes education inaccessible for many. According to The Education Data Initiative, the average U.S. student spends around $1,200 per year on textbooks and course materials, a significant financial strain on students who are already struggling to afford their education. Therefore, we urge that all educational institutions and publishers take solid measures to provide textbooks for free to college students. Achieving this will not only help students financially but will also ensure that every student has access to the critical resources they need to succeed academically, regardless of their financial standing. Sign this petition to support the fight for free academic textbooks.