This textbook affordability initiative adds a level of transparency to your registration decisions by identifying classes that are Textbook Cost: $0 (TXT0).

What is Textbook Cost: $0

​The TXT0 designation indicates that students will not be required to pay for any course learning materials. Course learning materials include textbooks, readings, workbooks, lab manuals, access codes, or other content. Equipment, tools, or supplies needed to apply the learning occurring in the class are not considered course learning materials. TXT0 classes may rely solely on Open Educational Resources (OER) or may utilize a combination of OER, freely available web resources, library resources, and/or faculty-authored materials.

How can I identfiy a Textbook Cost: $0 course?

The list of TXT0 courses for Spring 2022 can be found here: 

TXT0 Courses List

While registering in STARGPS, you can also check for the TXT0 designation.

We hope you find this information useful as you register for the upcoming semester. If you have any questions or concerns, you can email us at asuhwo@hawaii.edu or you can email the UHWO OER Committee (coordinator of the TXT0 designations) directly at uhwooer@hawaii.edu.