Borrower’s Cards
Borrower’s Cards
Welcome to UW Libraries! Apply for or renew your UW Libraries borrower’s card to check out items from all University of Washington Libraries. Borrower’s card privileges do not include remote access to online journals and databases. Some campus Libraries buildings are open only to current UW students, faculty, and staff. Please check the Libraries & Hours page for specific libraries’ access policies. See further terms and conditions below.
For questions about borrowing privileges and accounts, contact Library Account Services.
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Apply or Renew
To apply for or renew your UW Libraries borrower’s card, select from the following categories.
Non-Fee (Free) Cards
Some eligible groups, including current members of the UW Alumni Association and Friends of the Libraries, are eligible for free cards.
Summit Visiting Patron Cards
Current students, staff, and faculty from Orbis Cascade Alliance member institutions are also eligible for free cards.
Individually Purchased Cards
Anyone can purchase a library card!
Corporate and Organizational Cards
Purchased cards are issued to a principal borrower who can specify if it is transferable among employees. Additional proxy cards can also be purchased.
Terms and Conditions
UW Libraries borrower’s cards are issued to specific individuals and may not be used by or transferred to another individual, including spouses or children (Corporate and Organizational Cards are exceptions if specified).
Access to Resources:
UW Libraries borrower’s cards allow for up to 30 items checked out from the Libraries’ collections concurrently. Cards do not include access to UW-restricted resources and services such as interlibrary loan and remote access to online journals or databases. Cards do not allow for access to all Libraries buildings. Some Libraries buildings are open only to current UW students, faculty, and staff. Check the Libraries Locations & Hours page for specific libraries’ access policies.
Card Management:
If the borrower has an outstanding balance with the UW Libraries, the balance must be paid in full or on appeal before the card is created or renewed. Card holders are responsible for contacting Library Account Services to update their contact information if it changes. Lost borrower’s cards may be replaced for a $5.00 fee.
Ages 15-17:
Cards can be purchased by a parent or guardian for an individual aged 15-17. By giving their consent, parents or guardians agree to accept responsibility for all materials borrowed on the card and any fines, fees, or replacement charges accrued. They also acknowledge that the minor will have access to the internet and other material that may be deemed inappropriate for underage borrowers.
Agreement:
By receiving a library borrower’s card, the borrower agrees to abide by all library policies and accept responsibility for use of the card and for any service charges or fees accrued.
After Submitting the Application
You will receive an email response within two business days of submitting the application. The email will indicate the status of your card and if further information/proof of eligibility is needed.
If you do not receive an email, have questions about the process, or need assistance with filling out the application, please contact Library Account Services at [email protected] or 206.543.1174.