Access & borrow materials from the U of A Library

The University of Alberta Library is here to support your learning and research with access to over 7 million titles and 10 million volumes in both print and electronic formats including books, e-books, journals, databases, articles, multimedia and technology. Explore rare and special collections, digitized and archived materials as well as scholarly materials from across the world. You can search the catalogue, borrow materials, place holds, and access e-resources remotely. The Library also offers course materials and online reading lists, interlibrary loans, equipment lending and expert research support. Accessibility services offer alternative formats, assistive technologies and enhanced access to collections such as HathiTrust and the Internet Archive for users with print disabilities.

Service Offerings

  • Borrow print and physical items
  • Access e-resources and online collections
  • Course materials and online reading lists
  • Place holds on physical items
  • Request scanned digital copies of chapters or articles
  • Interlibrary loan services
  • Return items at after-hours drop-off locations
  • Accessibility services and adaptive technologies
  • Multimedia and specialized equipment lending

How to Access

  • Use the library search to find materials.
  • Log in with your CCID and password to view the full collection or place a hold.
  • Access digital materials online or retrieve physical items at library locations.
  • Borrow available books and physical items at a kiosk or by using the Library checkout app.
  • Request assistance via Ask Us if needed.
  • Manage your borrowing, renew items or pay fees with My Account.
  • Return items to library locations or at after-hours drop off locations.
  • For accessibility needs, register and request alternate formats or tools.

Location

Library Hours + Locations by Campus

Hours of Operation
Library Hours + Locations by Campus

Returns available during Library operating hours at each location and after-hours drop boxes.

Cost

No charge for service

The U of A Library does not charge fees for overdue items. However you will be charged for lost items. Learn more about overdue and lost items

Special Conditions

The U of A Library does not charge fees for overdue items. However you will be charged for lost items.

Contact

Ask Us

Relevant Links

Search the Library

Borrowing Library Materials

Accessibility Services

U of A Library Search Guide

Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Instructors, Researchers

Home Campus: All

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, In-Person: Augustana Campus, In-Person: Campus Saint-Jean, Webpage

Access: Drop-In/Walk-In, Access anytime

Service Provider: U of A Library

Language: English, French