Circulation Policies
Library patrons will be asked to present their Ithaca College ID in order to borrow materials from our collections.
Due Dates
Patrons are responsible for renewing or returning items on or before their due dates. Please refer to our list of loan periods.
Courtesy notices are sent 8 days prior to the due date for books and scores. All library notices are sent to IC email accounts.
Overdue/Lost Items
Patrons are billed the original purchase cost of the item after fourteen days overdue. When the cost is not available, the following charges apply:
- Book or score: $65
- Audio or video: $45
- Popular reading or audio book: $25
A $1.00 processing fee will be charged for audio/video materials returned without the original case.
Damaged Items
Patrons must notify library staff when returning items that are damaged or missing parts. Physical damage to an item that occurred while it was checked out may result in the patron being charged a fee to repair or replace the item.
Fines and Fees
Fines and fees may be paid at the library by:
- Check, ID Express
- Credit card – Email us for a payment link
- Cash using the ID Express machine located on the main floor of the library
Off-campus students may request that we bill their account through the Office of Student Financial Services.
Accounts that accrue $200 or more in fines/fees will be blocked until the fees are paid, items returned, or charges transferred to the appropriate campus office. Charges not paid within thirty days will be forwarded to:
- The Office of Student Financial Services, for student fines or fees
- The Office of Financial Services for employees or affiliates. A ten-dollar processing fee applies
Charges are non-refundable once transferred.
Charged in error? Extenuating circumstances? Use our fine appeal form.
Affiliate Borrowers
Spouses, qualified domestic partners of employees, IC alumni, and Longview residents and staff may apply for an IC Library affiliate card.
Scholars in residence, visiting lecturers, accompanists, and other temporary employees should secure an IC guest Netpass account and request access to library licensed electronic resources through their sponsoring department.
Due to licensing and copyright restrictions, IC affiliates do not have access to licensed library databases, interlibrary loan (ILL), or circulation reserves.
You may pick up your affiliate borrower's card at the circulation desk during open hours. Please bring a photo ID with you for verification.
Proxy Patrons
Faculty and staff members may designate a proxy patron to check out library materials on their behalf.