Students must purchase their own textbooks and supplies. Considerable savings are possible by renting or purchasing used textbooks from the Skyline College Bookstore. For the approximate cost of books, contact the Bookstore at (650) 738-4212 or check the website at bookstore.skylinecollege.edu.

Students should also refer to the potential usage of the Digital Textbook Library at the Skyline College Library, as well as looking for the designation of Zero Cost Textbook or Low Cost Textbook when registering for courses on WebSchedule.

Some courses require special equipment or materials fees at the student’s expense:

• Accounting, Art, Automotive Technology, Business, Computer Applications & Office Technology, Computer Science, Development Skills, Math, Respiratory Therapy, Wellness – $2 to $380 materials fee is required for certain courses.
• Automotive Technology – Approximately $500-$1000 for Basic Tools. Check the Automotive Technology website for details.
• Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics (BCE) – Approximate costs for uniforms and equipment throughout these respective programs can be found on the BCE website.