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HomeEducation CodeDiv. 7Pt. 48Ch. 1Art. 4§ 78051 Zero-Textbook-Cost Degree Grants

§ 78051 Zero-Textbook-Cost Degree Grants

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§ 78051 Zero-Textbook-Cost Degree Grants

Key Takeaways

  • •This program helps students save money by using free textbooks for their classes.
  • •It also helps students finish their degree faster.
  • •Only community colleges can offer this program.

Example

A student named Alex wants to go to community college but is worried about the cost of textbooks.

With this program, Alex can take classes that use free textbooks, saving money and helping him finish his degree faster.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 78051 Zero-Textbook-Cost Degree Grants

The Zero-Textbook-Cost Degree Grant Program is hereby established to reduce the overall cost of education for students and decrease the time it takes students to complete degree programs offered by community colleges. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 24, Sec. 16. (AB 1602) Effective June 27, 2016.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

educationofferstudentthe zerocost degree grantcommunityeffective june

Related Statutes

  • § 76061 Student Government Officer Eligibility
  • § 59002.5 Deaf Education Support Services
  • § 76002 High School College Enrollment
  • § 76067 Student Political Group Meetings
  • § 78017 Agricultural Education Funding

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 78051.
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