The Affordability Counts mission

is to alleviate the debt and expense burden on students in the state of Florida by encouraging faculty to incorporate low cost course materials with recognition and direct peer-tested resources.

Affordability Counts was created as a direct response to the increasing costs of textbooks in higher education. The program recognizes faculty who take steps in their courses to advance affordability across Florida state universities and colleges. We encourage faculty across Florida to explore our Affordability Counts website as a reference for low-cost materials or submit a low-cost course of their own.

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Free and Low-Cost Textbooks

A robust library of the most affordable, high quality course materials available.

Medallion Recipients

Submit your low-cost course materials to earn your badge today.

Institutional Partners

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Testimonials

Dr. Michael A. Brown Sr., PhD

I was also able to deliver a potentially bigger benefit for students, one tied to our completely online format. I published a Kindle version of the book that lists at $12.99. This allows the student the low-cost and convenient access that can make a huge difference in the online format. I’m encouraged by the results of my efforts.

Course: Public Administration
Professor Roxana Corradino

I remember quite well the high cost of textbooks when I was a student. Therefore, I felt that this certification or course badge would demonstrate to my students that I am invested in creating not only a positive learning experience, but I’m also looking after their wallets. One thing I would like to achieve with this initiative, Affordability Counts, is to increase my course enrollment, and lower the number of students that drop out of my course simply because of the high textbook costs.

Course: ARH 2000, Exploring Art
Professor Michael Rodriguez

As a recent recipient of my bachelor’s and master’s degree, I can relate to our students. The cost of textbooks can be an additional expense that is not easy for working students to meet. We have worked in a collaborative nature with our library to obtain the course materials and permalinks to place in the course.

Course: COM3404, Nonverbal Communication