The number of days it takes to fill an ILL request depends on a number of variables, such as whether it is a book or article request, how readily available the resource is, and how fast lending libraries respond to our request.
Take a look at this quick guide to ILL for more information or visit the library's interlibrary loan page. Please reach out to our ILL staff at APUS-ILL@apus.edu if you have further questions.
Articles
Books
Turnaround Time
24 hours - 2 weeks or more
4 days - 3 weeks or more
Delivery
Sent electronically to the email address provided
Shipped via UPS free of charge
Request Limits
Will fill multiple requests within reason
Request up to four books at a time
Renewal
No renewal necessary
Renewals may be requested but are subject to the approval of the lending library
*Please request renewals at least three days before a due date
Return
Articles are yours to keep, nothing to return
Return shipping, including the cost, is the responsibility of the requester
Fees
Most articles can be obtained for free, any lending fees will be discussed prior to processing the request
Most books can be obtained for free, any lending fees will be discussed prior to processing the request.
A $75 fee will be incurred for unreturned books
Restrictions
Copyright restrictions limit the number of articles that can be borrowed from a single journal
Course materials and microfilm cannot be borrowed
* Please note: Our ILL service is only available to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff.
