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Think College Textbooks Are Expensive? Books+ Is For You

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Think college textbooks are expensive?

We launched Books+ to help you.

 

What is Books+?

For a limited time, Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College are providing all students free rental access to textbooks plus course materials during the Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 semesters. We want to help you save money and focus on learning on day one without worrying about buying your textbooks for class.

How does Books+ work?

  • The Books+ program provides free rental access to textbooks plus course materials to all registered students in the Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 semesters.
  • Once you have registered for courses, we will automatically send your course list to the Campus Bookstore and they will get your materials ready for you.
  • All you need to do is pick up your course materials from the Campus Bookstore. The Campus Bookstore will email you when your order is ready.

 

Do I qualify for Books+?

The Books+ program is for all students who register at Crafton Hills College or San Bernardino Valley College during the Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 semesters, including:

  • New and returning students
  • Full-time students
  • Part-time students
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Current high school students who are enrolled in college courses (dual enrollment)
  • Working adult students
  • Low-income students
  • Middle-income students
  • Military veteran students
  • Undocumented students
  • International students

 

When does Spring 2022 classes begin?

If you would like to take classes in January 2022, you in November 2021 for classe

How do I become a student?

  • First, choose a campus: Crafton Hills College or San Bernardino Valley College and start your online application now. We offer more than 140 academic and hands-on career training programs.
  • Need help paying tuition? 8 out of 10 students pay $0 tuition when they fill out the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application. Fill out your application starting on October 1 to take classes in 2022. Start your financial aid application at www.csac.ca.gov. 

 

Where can I learn more about Books+?

Go to www.sbccd.edu/booksplus where we answer frequently asked questions.