Library Copy Services

Library materials that may not leave the library can be copied or scanned.  Both periodicals and reference works are allowed to be taken anywhere within the Library for copy or study purposes. Please do not reshelve materials; our staff will record and reshelve items used.   In this way, we can determine which materials are of the best use to our patrons.

Patrons making or requesting copies are responsible for ensuring that their copying conforms to laws concerning copyright and fair use.

Photocopy Machines
If you would like copies of materials immediately, self-service copiers are available on the main level of the library.  Copies are 10 cents per page. Copiers accept Bison Bucks or cash (nickels, dimes, quarters, and one-dollar bills).  Change machines, which accept one-dollar and five-dollar bills, are also available on the lower level.

Scanner
A scanner is available in the reference area on the first floor of the Main library.  The scanner works best for images.  Instructions on using the scanner are available at the scanning workstation.  If you have any questions on its use, please feel free to ask the reference librarian on duty.

Copy Service
Library staff will make copies for patrons to be picked up at a later time.  Material for copying should be left at the Periodicals/Microforms desk on the lower level of the Library.

• Photocopying of print materials is 20 cents per page.
• NDSU researchers may charge costs to a campus department or personal account.
• Non-NDSU users will be charged in advance.
• Materials left no later than 4:00 p.m. can be picked up after 9:00 p.m. on days the library is open that late.
• Materials left after 4:00 p.m. can be picked up after 11:00 a.m. the following day.
• Photocopies can also be sent via campus mail or US Mail (add $2.00 postage for the latter).

Delivery Service
The NDSU Libraries fee-based Delivery Service will also retrieve items for faculty, staff, and graduate students and deliver them to your campus department/office address.