Book Assistance

Shasta College offers a limited number of Book Grants at the beginning of each semester, and Book Loans throughout the semester. The award can help cover the costs of textbooks and supplies. While Book Grants do not need to be repaid, the Book Loans must be repaid. 

The Book Grant application is closed for the Fall 2024 semester, but Book Loans are still available.

Application Period

Applications must be for the current term and are accepted on:

For Term / Semester Application Opens  Date Closes
Fall  August 12th at 8:00 am  November 3rd at 11:45 pm
Spring January 6th at 8:00 am February 27th at 11:45 pm

Grant funds are limited and awarded in order requests are received. If funding for books is needed, students are encouraged to select "applying for both" (meaning either a grant or a loan). This will expedite funds if grants are no longer available.​

Please read all information below before applying.

Eligibility

Minimum eligibility requirements:

  • Must be enrolled in at least 6 units. Note that late-start classes are not considered enrolled units until they start.
  • Must have a Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better

Students NOT eligible:

  • Scheduled to receiving a PELL Grant disbursement, unless living in the dorms or have an out-of-state residency
  • In “Default” status on a Federal Student Loan
  • Owe a grant over payment
  • Currently attending High School and/or College Connection
  • Have an outstanding Short-Term Loan
  • Have an “unsatisfactory repayment” status on a previous Short-Term Loan

Funding

If your request is approved, you will receive a gift card to be used at a Follett Bookstore, including the Shasta College Bookstore or online. Once a gift card has been issued, it cannot be canceled or modified.  

Processing

Please allow 24 - 48 hours for your application to be processed and up to 10 business days to receive a gift card, if approved. 

  • Once your application has been processed, an email will be sent to your Shasta College student email.
  • If you are approved for a Book Loan, a Promissory Note will need to be signed before the gift card is sent to you. 
  • Grant Funds are limited and awarded on a first-come/first-serve basis.
  • If a Book Loan is processed on your behalf, a charge will be placed on your student account. You will be responsible for this debt. Remember, this is a short-term loan and is due 45-days from receipt. A late fee of $10.00 may be assessed to your account.

Repayment Information for Book Loans 

  • If a Book Loan is approved a charge will be placed on your student account at the time the gift card is issued
  • Book Loans are to be repaid to Shasta College within 45 days
  • Payments can be made on-line thru your My Shasta account
  • A late fee of $10.00 may be assessed
  • Unpaid Loans will be sent to collections. All collection fees will be the responsibility of the student.

Book Assistance Programs

Shasta College Short-Term Book Loan

  • Students may apply each semester
  • This is a short term loan to be repaid within 45-days
  • Covers textbooks and classroom supplies
  • Maximum Book Loan: $350.00

Follett Book Grant 

  • This is a one-time grant
  • Grants do not need to be repaid
  • Covers required textbooks for classes currently enrolled
  • Maximum Follett Book Grant: $300.00

Teresa B. Poore Book Grant 

  • Students may be approved for this grant once per academic year
  • Grants do not need to be repaid
  • Covers Books and Supplies
  • Maximum Book Grant: $400.00

How to Apply

Use the link below to access the application. 

Application Period is Open