Affordability Matters badge

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You’re making learning more affordable. Let’s make sure you get credit for it.

At Oregon State University, we know that affordable course materials make a real difference for students. The Affordability Matters badge recognizes faculty who take meaningful steps to reduce the cost of required materials.

If your course materials cost $40 or less, you qualify.

Showcase your commitment to affordability

If your course qualifies, the Affordability Matters badge gives you multiple ways to highlight your efforts to reduce student costs. You can:

• Add the badge to your syllabus
• Display it in your Canvas course site
• Use it in other course materials or communications
• Have your course listed in the OSU Schedule of Classes as a no-cost or low-cost course

The Affordability Matters badge is also available as a digital credential through Credly. This authorized digital badge makes it easy to share your commitment beyond the classroom.

You can post it:

• On LinkedIn and other social media
• In your email signature
• On your professional webpage or CV

Your efforts help students save money and make informed choices. The Affordability Matters badge is a simple way to highlight that impact.

Request an Affordability Matters Badge