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1. How many books may I request?

You may have up to 10 active items at one time. This includes interlibrary loan items that are currently checked out to you as well as ones on request.

2. How long does it take to receive an ILL book?

It usually takes from two to six weeks to receive a book through interlibrary loan.

3. How long may I keep an ILL book?

The lending library specifies the check-out period. It usually ranges from two to four weeks.

4. May I renew my ILL book?

That depends on the policy of the lending library. The paper wrapper on the book should indicate if renewals are not permitted. To request a renewal, contact the ILL Office.

5. What materials may not be borrowed?

New books published within the last 6 months, books already in our collection (including reference books), rare books, most genealogy books, most dissertations and theses, audiovisual items, and entire issues of periodicals.

6. May I request a DVD or CD through ILL?

No. Only books, articles and microfilm may be borrowed through ILL. We do not process requests for DVDs, videos, CDs or other audiovisual items.

7. How do I request a journal article?

When you have searched and selected your journal title, the request form has a box for Patron Instructions. Enter the citation details here.

8. May I request items from other countries?

You may only request items from libraries within the United States.