Interlibrary Loan - Frequently Asked Questions

 

• What are Interlibrary Loan, CSU+, and Circuit?
• How do I use Interlibrary Loan, CSU+, and Circuit?
• What types of materials can be requested?
• How long does it take?
• How do I get my materials?
• How long can a book be checked out?
• Can I renew my items?
• Is there a charge for these services?

 

What are Interlibrary Loan, CSU+, and Circuit?

Interlibrary Loan, CSU+, and Circuit are free services that allow CSUSM students, faculty, and staff to request library materials not available at the University Library from partner libraries in California, nationwide and around the world.

 

How do I use Interlibrary Loan, CSU+ and Circuit?

     Interlibrary Loan

1. Login to Interlibrary Loan. If this is your first time using Interlibrary Loan, you will be asked to register.
2. Fill out the form and submit.
3. You will be notified via email when your item is available. Books are held for pickup at the 3^rd floor Circulation Desk.

     CSU+

1. Login to OneSearch with your University ID and password.
2. Search the CSU catalog by selecting the dropdown menu in OneSearch: California State University Collections
3. If logged in, you will see a blue link: Request from CSU Libraries. Click on the link to submit your request.

     Circuit

1. Search the Circuit catalog.
2. Select the Request button.
3. Verify your institution, enter your name and University ID and submit the request.

 

What types of materials can be requested?

Use Interlibrary Loan to request articles, books, media, etc. from any library worldwide

Use CSU+ to request books and media from other CSUs

Use Circuit to request books from our partner University and Public libraries within San Diego County.

 

How long does it take?

Books coming from other CSUs will arrive within 2-5 business days.

Books coming from other lenders via USPS/UPS may take 1-2 weeks.

Articles may come within hours but usually not longer than a week.

How do I get my materials?

All articles are delivered electronically to your ILL account. You will receive an email when your article is available.

Loans are held for pickup at the Circulation Desk.

How long can a book be checked out for?

Circuit and CSU+ materials check out for 60 days. Interlibrary Loan materials normally check out for 4 weeks.

Can I renew my items?

CSU+ and Circuit materials are not renewable. However, you can order another copy if available.

ILL renewals may be requested providing the owning library allows renewals.

Is there a charge for these services?

There is no charge for Interlibrary Loan, CSU+, and Circuit services. The Library subsidizes all overhead costs.

 

For more information, visit the Interlibrary Loan, CSU+, and Circuit Borrowing Policies page.