LibGuides: InterLibrary Loan: ILL Requests

Requesting Books and Articles from Other Libraries

InterLibrary Loan Requests

Articles generally take 2-3 business days to receive; they are delivered digitally.
- Before requesting, check to see(opens in a new tab) if articles from the journal are available in one of our databases.
Ebooks are rarely available via InterLibrary Loan.
- Ebook chapters may be more readily obtained than an entire book. Specify chapters/page numbers when possible.
Books take a minimum of 7-10 business days to receive.
- Loan periods and renewal availability vary by lending library; overdue charges will apply.
Please note that processing may be delayed during PLNU breaks and holidays.

Open ILL Request Form(opens in a new tab)
(select ARTICLE or BOOK)

More About InterLibrary Loan

InterLibrary Loan (ILL) is a service that allows current students, faculty, and staff to request materials not available at Ryan Library from institutions that are part of a worldwide sharing community. ILL allows you to borrow books, articles, and other materials. Please note that ebook borrowing is very limited due to licensing restrictions.

Dissertations and Theses: Many institutions will not lend theses or dissertations. If we are unable to borrow a dissertation from another library, you may be able to buy it from UMI Dissertation Express(opens in a new tab) (via Web, mail, or telephone request).

Questions about InterLibrary Loan? ILL@pointloma.edu or 619-849-2372

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Borrow Books from other San Diego Libraries

PLNU students, faculty, and staff may borrow books from the following local libraries:

San Diego Public Library(opens in a new tab) system can be used by any San Diego resident. Central Library is located downtown at 330 Park Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92101.There are also branch libraries in Pt. Loma and Ocean Beach (hours vary). You will need to sign up for a library card(opens in a new tab) to check out materials.