How long can I keep my books? Can I renew them?
Answer
Loan and Renewal Periods* by Patron Category
| Patron Category | Material Type | Max # Items | Initial Loan | # Renewals | Max Loan Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Books | 30 | 30 days | 4 @ 30 days each | 150 days |
|
Books | 75 | 180 days | 2 @ 30 days each | 240 days |
|
Books | 30 | 30 days | 2 @ 30 days each | 90 days |
|
Books | 30 | 30 days | 2 @ 30 days each | 90 days |
|
DVDs | 30 | 14 days | 1 @ 7 days each | 21 days |
|
Books | 30 | ? depends on lending library policies |
? depends on lending library policies |
TBD at checkout time |
*Loan periods may be shorter due to account expiration dates
Renewals
You can renew your materials online for the time periods listed in the chart above. Go to the Library Catalog home page and sign in to your account using the link in the top right corner. If you need help, please contact Access Services at 703-784-4409.
- Items cannot be renewed if they have a hold placed against them
- If you receive a hold notification, please return the item to the Library as soon as possible so that others may use it
Recalls
- Items may be recalled
- Please return recalled items within 3 working days of receipt of notification
Overdue Reminders
- Automatic overdue reminders are sent to patrons according to a set schedule
- The Library does not charge fines
- Please be mindful of other patrons who also wish to use our resources, and return or renew materials on time
| Overdue Reminder #1 | Reminder #2 | Reminder #3 | Reminder #4 | Lost Status |
Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days after initial due date |
due date +10 | due date +18 | due date +30 | at due date +60, loan status changes to "Lost" |
after 90 days in overdue status, patron account and database access are blocked until items are returned and account is cleared |
The info on this page is accurate as of 5 June 2025. POC: Virtual Branch.