What is the Books H.E.L.P. (Help Enhance Learning Possibilities) Program?

Books H.E.L.P. is a program funded by the AVC Foundation, Student Equity Grant, and donors to help eligible Antelope Valley College students borrow course textbooks until the agreed return date, free of charge.

Who is Eligible?

To be eligible for the Books H.E.L.P. Program, students must be:

1. Currently be enrolled as an AVC Student.
2. Currently registered in the class for which the book is required.
3. Have a 50% or higher completion rate.
4. Be in good academic standing with a 2.00 GPA or higher.
5. Have a current Education Plan and on track for degree/certificate completion.
6. FAFSA/DREAM ACT/FINANCIAL AID VERIFICATION OF FUNDS FORM/AB540 application completed at the AVC Financial Aid office for the academic year that books are requested.
7. Submit a complete online Books H.E.L.P. application by the deadline.
8. No prior penalties within the Books H.E.L.P. program.

Students are served on a first come first served basis according to each individual's needs and Books H.E.L.P. ranking criteria. Students must apply each semester.

NOTE: Books H.E.L.P. Committee has the right to deny the application at any time.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: If you have received Access Codes, Lab Manuals, or Workbooks that cannot be returned the value of the items will be considered as a part of your Financial Aid Packet

Learn how to apply