What can be requested?
Circulating books from the Morris Library, Library Annex, Chemistry Library, and Physics Library may be requested for shipment.
Many titles from the Film and Video Collection are available through the Distance Learning DELivery Service. Items with a DELCAT designation of Media Loan generally are available through the Distance Learning DELivery Service.
For more information, visit the Distance Learning DELivery Service page.
About the Distance Learning DELivery Service
Students enrolled in a UD Online distance learning program can request University of Delaware Library or Interlibrary Loan materials for delivery to their home address. Items are shipped with a prepaid UPS mailer so items can be returned to the Library. The Library absorbs all costs for this service. Complete policies and procedures are available on the Distance Learning DELivery Service page.
Who is eligible?
Currently, the Distance Learning DELivery Service is available only to users who have a valid University of Delaware ID card, are eligible to register for a University of Delaware Interlibrary Loan account, and are also enrolled in a UD Online distance learning program. Retired faculty and graduate students who are residing more than 75 miles from the Morris Library also may be eligible: contact the Collections Sharing and Delivery Office for more information.
How long does it take?
- Books from the University of Delaware Library collection will be retrieved and shipped within 2 working days of the original request. Allow an additional 3-5 days for transit between the CSD Office and delivery to your home address.
- Books received through Interlibrary Loan arrive at the University of Delaware Library, on average, in 10 working days of the original request. Allow an additional 3-5 days for transit between the CSD Office and delivery to your home address.
How does it work?
Use the Interlibrary Loan request forms available through your ILL account to request materials. Materials from other libraries will be shipped to you once they are received in the Collections Sharing and Delivery Office.
Contact Collections Sharing and Delivery
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Phone: 302-831-2236
Email Collections Sharing and Delivery
Please note that the Collections Sharing and Delivery service desk is currently closed. All Interlibrary Loan materials may be picked up at the Help Center in Morris Library.