Learn about loan policies for the variety of books, films and other materials available in
the University Libraries collections.
General Check Out Policies
Current USC students, faculty and staff can borrow an unlimited number of most materials
CarolinaCard ID is required
Check out at the Circulation Desk in Thomas Cooper or Music Library
Student accounts are blocked if fines reach $5.00
Return items to Circulation Desk or campus book drops located outside Thomas Cooper
Library, in lobby of Gambrell Hall, and on the corner of Bull and Devine streets
Lost or unreturned items are subject to replacement fees
Details by Status and Material Types
Books
Loaned for 6 weeks with unlimited renewals
Fines $0.25/day
Films
Up to 2 films loaned for 2 days with 1 renewal
Books in General Circulation
Loaned until semester ends with unlimited renewals