Member Information

Norco College is a two-year public institution of higher education, one of three colleges in the Riverside Community College District (RCCD). The campus is located approximately forty miles east of Los Angeles in the city of Norco, Riverside County, California. Established as a campus of the RCCD in 1991, Norco College was granted Initial Accreditation by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) in January 2010 and is the 112th independent college in the California Community College system.

Norco College is governed by the RCCD Board of Trustees, a five-member Board elected by district for four-year terms. Norco College offers over 80 majors, including certificates, degrees, industry credentials, and free short-term certificates. We are proudly serving the cities of Norco, Corona, Eastvale, Jurupa Valley, Temescal Valley, and surrounding communities. Norco College serves over 16,000 students annually as they pursue their higher education goals and achieve career success. We are communities of people with experiences similar to your own. Norco College is helping to create the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and game-changers.

Institution Website: https://www.norcocollege.edu

Initiative(s)

Course Materials Affordability Committee (CMAC)

The Course Materials Affordability Committee at Norco College is dedicated to making learning materials accessible and affordable for students. Its primary focus is to reduce or eliminate the cost of textbooks and other course materials by adopting Open Educational Resources (OER) and other affordable alternatives, such as low-cost print options or library resources. The committee recognizes that high textbook costs can hinder student success and aims to provide all students equitable access to essential learning tools. The committee plays a vital role in ensuring compliance with statewide affordability initiatives, such as Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) programs, and collaborates with other California Community Colleges system institutions to share best practices and resources. By focusing on affordability and academic quality, the Course Materials Affordability Committee helps foster a learning environment where students can thrive without the burden of expensive course materials.

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ZTC Acceleration - Entrepreneurship

In 2023, Norco College was awarded the ZTC Acceleration Grant, funded by the state of California, to expand its Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) and Open Educational Resources (OER) initiatives within its entrepreneurship program. As part of California's broader effort to alleviate the financial burden of education, this grant will help Norco College create and implement ZTC pathways designed explicitly for entrepreneurship courses. This initiative ensures that students can access high-quality, current learning materials at no cost, fostering both affordability and academic excellence in a dynamic field. Entrepreneurship programs must offer Zero Textbook Cost options because the field thrives on innovation, creativity, and adaptability. Aspiring entrepreneurs often face financial barriers when launching their ventures, and reducing the cost of education through ZTC ensures that more students, regardless of their economic background, can pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Additionally, entrepreneurship evolves rapidly, and OER materials provide the flexibility to update and tailor course content in real time, ensuring that students learn the most current trends and practices without the financial burden of traditional, often outdated textbooks.

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