Loans
Important Update to Library Borrowing Policies, September 2021
Library facilities are open and books can be checked out and returned during working hours.
Returns
Library items can be returned either inside the library or at the book drop at the VIP entrance
Undergraduates
Books, Periodicals, and DVDs (Fines and Fees may apply)
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 4 Weeks | Unlimited | 3 |
| DVDs/Videos | 7 Days | Unlimited | None |
| Periodicals | 7 Days | Unlimited | None |
3 Day Loan
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Day Loan Item | 3 Days | 2 | None |
Equipment
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindle | 2 Weeks | None | None |
Faculty
Books, Periodicals, and DVDs (Fines and Fees may apply)
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 1 Year | Unlimited | On-site renewal at the end of the semester |
| DVDs/Videos | 7 Days | Unlimited | None |
| Periodicals | 7 Days | Unlimited | None |
Equipment
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindle | 2 Weeks | None | None |
Staff
Books, Periodicals, and DVDs (Fines and Fees may apply)
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 4 Months | Unlimited | 3 |
| DVDs/Videos | 7 Days | Unlimited | None |
| Periodicals | 7 Days | Unlimited | None |
Equipment
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kindle | 2 Weeks | None | None |
Alumni
To support lifelong learning Georgetown University offers its graduates continued library membership.
- Qatar based GU Alumni can borrow a total of 5 items. Access is not provided to main campus materials.
- Alumni memberships can be obtained by completing the Alumni Borrower Application Form and providing a QR200 refundable deposit.
- Remote access to a selected number subscription databases is available to alumni using their NetID and password. Click here for additional information.
Books, Periodicals, and DVDs
| Item | Loan Period | Max # of Items | Max # of Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Books | 4 Weeks | 5 | 3 |
| DVDs/Videos | 7 Days | 5 | None |
| Periodicals | 7 Days | 5 | None |
Visitors
Visitors are welcome to come in and use the library space. Resources can be used within the library only.
Sign-up with the Qatar National Library to access their extensive information resources in a wide variety of subjects.
