Interlibrary Services: How long does it take?

If we don't own it or it's checked out to someone else, use Interlibrary Services to get it from another library. At Cal Poly, this service is free to those currently affiliated with the university: students, faculty (including emeritus), and staff.
< Turnaround time is determined by the format of the material and where we get it from.

Cal Poly Students, Faculty, and Staff

How soon do you need it? What do you need? How to get it.
Today All Formats Search PolyCat for materials in the library
1-3 days Journal Articles Submit an Interlibrary Loan request
2-4 days Books, Audio, Video, & Dissertations Search Link+
3-10 days Books, Dissertations, and Other Resources Submit an Interlibrary Loan request

Community Users and Alumni

This service is limited or available for a fee. See About ILL for details or contact us for more information.

How soon do you need it? What do you need? How to get it.
Today All Formats Search PolyCat for materials in the library
3-10 days Books, Journal Articles, & Dissertations Submit an Interlibrary Loan request