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    ZTC & LTC For Students

    For many students, textbooks are one of the most expensive parts of attending college. That is why many instructors offer classes that are Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) or Low Textbook Cost (LTC).

    Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) Classes

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    ZTC classes generally use OER, openly licensed materials created by experts in the field that you can use online or print. You may also use library materials.
     
    In ZTC classes you will:
    • Save money since all materials are free.
    • Be able to start in the first week of class, since you will not need to wait for books to be delivered or the bookstore to restock them.
    • Have equal opportunities, since all students in the class will have access to the same resources.

    Low Textbook Cost (LTC) Classes

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    LTC classes have required books or software that can be bought new for $50 or less. Sometimes you will also be able to save money by renting, buying a used book, or buying an electronic book.  You may need to pay for some classroom supplies, such as paint for art classes or kits for culinary classes.

    Finding ZTC & LTC Classes

    This video highlights how Laney College’s low-cost and zero-cost textbook courses help students reduce the financial burden of purchasing textbooks.

    Learn how to find and enroll in these classes across a variety of disciplines, hear student perspectives on how affordable course materials support their success, and discover how Laney is working to make education more accessible and equitable for all students.

    The Impact of Zero-Cost & Low-Cost Textbooks

    This video playlist features Laney College students sharing how zero-cost and low-cost textbooks have impacted their educational experience. Through their stories, students describe how affordable course materials reduce financial stress, save hundreds of dollars each semester, and make it easier to focus on learning. These firsthand perspectives highlight how ZTC and LTC initiatives help expand access and support student success across our diverse campus community.