The University of Chicago of Library consists of six campus libraries that serve the University community. All are open to students for research and study.
Access and borrowing privileges are determined by your status at the University. Most students have quarterly borrowing privileges.
Multifunction printers/scanners/photocopiers are available at all campus libraries.
Current students accessing electronic resources/journals through the University of Chicago Library's web site will be prompted to authenticate using their CNet ID and password.
Our librarians can help you navigate the Library’s collections and guide you to the best resources for your field of study.
Information for University of Chicago Law Students can be found on the D'Angelo Law Library website.
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The five campus Libraries house one of the world's largest and richest collections of print and media materials and this collection grows by about 180,000 items each year. At present, the print and media titles include:
The Library has over 160,000 online journals, over 940 online databases, and over 830,000 online books that make it possible to do research wherever, and whenever, you'd like. Authenticate with your CNetID and password to access online resources.
The Library offers several services to help you expand your research beyond our collections.
Never search for a missing citation again! RefWorks and EndNote help you gather, manage, store and share information. They easily generate citations and bibliographies in your selected style.
The Library offers training opportunities for students, from hour-long workshops to customized, one-on-one instruction. Identify information resources and learn how to use them effectively.
Librarians can help you navigate our collections and guide you to the best resources for your field of study. Whether you are facing your first research project, or preparing your dissertation, get to know your librarians. They can be a great resource.
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Each campus library has unique individual study spaces available for students. For tips and advice on good places to study, talk to your librarians.
Group study cubicles are available on the A-Level of Regenstein Library, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each cubicle is equipped with a white board.
Crerar Library and Regenstein Library also have rooms available for group study. Policies for using these rooms vary by campus library.
The All Night Study Space is located on the A-Level of Regenstein Library and is open Monday-Friday from 1am to 8am during Autumn, Winter, and Spring Quarters.
The Kathleen Zar Room in Crerar Library, and Room 207 and Room 523 in Regenstein Library, provide multimedia equipment and computer projection for groups. To use library classrooms, ask at the Circulation desk of the relevant library.
The ExLibris Café in Regenstein Library offers a place to study, socialize, and grab a snack. Crerar Library’s lower level provides vending machines and café-style seating.
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The five campus Libraries house one of the world's largest and richest collections of print and media materials, and this collection grows by about 180,000 items each year. At present, the print and media titles include:
Find out more about Library news, facts, and history.
Prospective students visiting campus may request a day pass from the Library’s ID & Privileges Office. Prospective graduate students who are interested in obtaining an overview of our collections and services for their field are encouraged to contact their respective subject specialist.
Most graduate departments offer Library orientations for incoming students, and each fall, the Library offers orientation programs for College students.
Librarians can help you navigate our collections and guide you to the best resources for your field of study. Whether you are facing your first research project, or preparing your dissertation, get to know your librarians. They can be a great resource.
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