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Equitable Access Flat-rate Textbook Program UC Davis

UC Davis took a unique approach to addressing textbook costs. They recognized that it is inequitable for students to pay significantly more for textbooks based on their major or degree path. For example, texts for STEM courses are traditionally costly, and this can prevent low-income students from persisting in the degree path of their choosing. Davis has implemented average per-term pricing for course content which complements state efforts to ensure equitable tuition models. This was an intentional effort to move from a profit-driven model to a student-centered model.