Minnesota State outlines zero‑textbook initiatives and student support programs, requests base funding

Feb 17, 2025

Minnesota State reported $12.6 million in student savings from open educational resources, 6,200 course sections converted to zero‑cost materials and asked for recurring funding to expand zero‑textbook degrees and student support services.

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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities told the Senate Higher Education Committee that its five‑year initiative to expand open educational resources has produced multimillion‑dollar savings for students and that additional base funding would help the system expand zero‑textbook degree pathways and student supports.

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