If you’ve read a textbook before, odds are you’ve encountered, Pearson. Along with the big five publishing houses, Pearson controls 80% of the college textbook market in the US.

Whether virtual or in print, textbooks are crucial to the college experience. The average full-time undergraduate pays $1,226 for textbooks per year. Depending on the course and professor, a large chunk of that money goes to Pearson.

Without further ado, here are the most searched Pearson textbooks in 2024. Don’t forget to take notes! There’s a great article on our blog with tips on how to take notes from textbooks the best way.