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Renewing Materials

Most UW Libraries materials are allowed an unlimited number of renewals for current library accounts.  Items checked out through Summit can be renewed once. Items cannot be renewed past an account expiration date.

The following exceptions apply:

    • Items which have had holds placed on them (recalled) cannot be renewed
    • Reserve items and circulating equipment cannot be renewed
    • Items checked out through Interlibrary Loan cannot be renewed
    • Items billed for replacement cannot be renewed

    Non-renewable items are subject to overdue fines.

    Users returning reserve items and equipment must wait 15 minutes before checking the same item out again, to enable equity and opportunity for all eligible users.  This limit does not take affect if the Library is within 15 minutes of closing. Only UW Bothell maintains a separate wait time structure.

      You may view Your Library Account at any time to see a list of your checked out items.
      If your list shows an item that you believe you have returned, do not request renewal, but rather notify the circulation staff at one of the UW Libraries.

        Items can be renewed remotely via the Web or by phone.