Borrow & Request
Your Library Account
Your Husky Card or Borrower’s Card is all you need to check out books at a UW Library.
To view your loans, track due dates, and renew materials, log in to Your Library Account using your UW NetID. Check Your Library Account regularly; you are responsible for all items checked out to you. Most items owned by the UW Libraries can be renewed indefinitely unless another user requests the item(s) or your account expires.
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Requesting & Delivery
Most items can be requested for pick up at a UW Libraries hold shelf using the Request button in UW Libraries Search. After clicking the button, choose your preferred pickup location and click “Submit.” Items will be held for 7 days.
Request types and how long it will take to arrive:
Items at the same campus
- 1 – 2 days
- All users can request
Items at a different UW campus
- 2 – 4 days
- All users can request
Items at offsite & storage locations
- 0 – 3 days
- All users can request
Items from Summit libraries
- 3 – 5 days
- UW Faculty, Staff, and Students can request
Items through Interlibrary Loan
- 10 – 14 days
- UW Faculty, Staff, and Students can request
(excluding Cascadia College)
Article and chapter scanning
- 1 – 4 days
- All users can request (fees may apply for non-UW users)
Departmental delivery
- +2 days to original delivery times
- UW Faculty & Staff with a UW campus box number can request
Other Access
Alternative Article Access
Most of the time the UW Libraries will have immediate access to the articles you are looking for. If we do not have immediate access, there are several alternatives you can try to obtain a copy of the article.
Microform Duplication Services
Microfilm reels can be scanned using our equipment or you can request a copy for a fee
Reproductions and Permissions for Special Collections
Special Collections is able to provide digital reproductions for a fee, depending on the size, physical condition, and copyright laws
Renewing & Returning Library Materials
Due Dates & Renewals
When you borrow an item, the due date depends on your status as a student, staff, faculty, or off campus borrower, and the specific policy for that item. Due dates are subject to change.
Book Returns
Most books and media, including Summit and Interlibrary Loan materials, may be returned to any UW Library or book return.
Account Services, Fines, & Appeals
Accounts & Privileges
Learn about the details of your library account privileges.
Borrower’s Cards
Non-UW affiliates can apply for or renew their UW Libraries borrower’s card to check out items from all UW Libraries.
Fines & Appeals
Fines are assessed to encourage prompt return of materials.
Suggest a Purchase
We welcome suggestions for materials that support teaching, study, and research.