Book Award

Fall 2026 Book Award Application Windows

The NOCE Book Award Program will accept applications during the following window for the Fall 2026 semester. Apply early to ensure timely processing and award distribution!

What is the NOCE book award?

This program supports students enrolled in eligible NOCE certificate programs, including ESL and Career Technical Education (CTE), where required textbooks are part of the coursework.

This program does not apply to Emeritus programs, high school programs, or fee-based classes.

This award is provided as a credit at the Fullerton College Bookstore for assistance in purchasing required books and access codes as deemed necessary for the course by the instructor and available at the bookstore.

Award amounts are now standardized. All approved students will receive $100.

Students who need financial assistance to purchase their books and meet the eligibility criteria listed below may apply.

Please note: Book Award funds may only be used for required textbooks and instructional materials (such as access codes) for eligible NOCE certificate programs, as identified by the instructor or listed in the course syllabus.

To support students’ academic progress, use of funds for non-required items is not permitted. Misuse of Book Award funds will result in ineligibility for future Book Award applications.

What are the requirements?

Complete an application for consideration and meet the following requirements:

*Please note: Due to the anticipated number of requests, not all students who apply will receive a book award. This award is non-transferable, and we are unable to accommodate any reimbursement requests.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• 1. How will I know if I successfully completed the Book Award application?

  After you have reviewed and met the eligibility, go to the link, and begin the application. Apply Here

  • You will receive a notification with instructions or guidance on any action items needed to meet eligibility if the system determines you are ineligible.

  • Once you have met all criteria and the system has verified your eligibility, you will be able to complete the application. An email confirmation will be sent to you upon completion of the form, indicating that you have successfully applied for the NOCE Book Award.

  • While we will try to provide book awards to as many students as possible, please note that due to the anticipated number of requests, not all students who apply may receive a book award.
• 2. When will I know if I have been selected for the Book Award?

  Students will be emailed award notifications along with instructions on how to purchase their books.

  We will strive to notify recipients within 5–7 business days of application completion.
• 3. When can I visit the Fullerton College bookstore to purchase my books?

  The Fullerton College Bookstore is open for in-store purchases.

  For the most up-to-date hours, please call (714) 992-7008 or visit the Fullerton College Bookstore Website.
• How do I know if my class requires a textbook before I apply?

  While you may not know if a textbook will be required for your course, we encourage you to apply early.

  You can also check whether your class requires a textbook by:

  • Visiting the Fullerton College Bookstore website
  • Searching for your course materials using your Banner ID, or
  • Searching by course number and section

  If textbooks are required for your class, they will appear in the bookstore system once available.