Borrow, Renew, or Recall a Book
Please note: the information below applies to Bobst Library. For circulation guidelines at other NYU Libraries, contact the specific library.
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Who can borrow books at Bobst Library?
- Students at NYU
- Matriculated students at Consortium schools
- Faculty at NYU and the Consortium schools
- Full-time staff of NYU
- Bobst Friends of the Library borrowers
- Guest Borrowers
- Family of full-time NYU employees
- NYU Visiting Scholars
- More information about who may borrow
What do I need to check books out?
- NYU ID card with an embossed barcode
- Current student or faculty photo ID card from a Consortium School
- Current Friends of Bobst Library borrower card
- Current borrowing card issued at Bobst Circulation
- More information about checking books out
How can I renew books?
- In person, at the Circulation Desk (1st floor, Bobst Library)
- Online (you'll need your NYU, Consortium or Friends ID)
- Help with online renewals
- By phone (you'll need your NYU, Consortium or Friends ID)
How do I recall a book that's checked out or in offsite storage?
- When you find an item that is checked out or in offsite storage, use the "Recall/Request" button in BobCat to begin the recall process.
- Instructions for placing a recall and requesting offsite materials.
- More information about recalls
