How long will it take?

Generally a request is filled in two to six weeks. However, it may take longer depending on the demand for and/or the rarity of the item.

Cost

The Interlibrary Loan Department checks all free sources first. Generally most items are obtained without a cost. However, this is not always possible. This happens most frequently with requests for periodical articles, microfilm and occasionally with books. Please indicate the maximum amount you are willing to pay when requesting photocopies. If the cost to obtain an item exceeds the amount specified, the Interlibrary Loan Department will contact you for approval before proceeding. Once the item has been received the customer will be responsible for the costs. The charges will be posted to the customers record.

Notification

When your item arrives you will be notified by postcard, phone or e-mail. The notification used is the one you specified as a preference when obtaining your library card. Contact the circulation department if you need to verify or change your notification. Periodical articles will be mailed to your home address.

Loan Period

The loaning institution determines the checkout period. Generally, loan periods are one to four weeks from the time the library receives the item. Some items are not available for checkout and may only be used in the library. This restriction usually applies to microfilm and rare books. These restrictions are placed by the loaning institution and are non-negotiable.

Renewals

Interlibrary loan materials may not be renewed.