Kean University has an ever-growing collection of circulating books and e-books for use by students, faculty or anyone else in the Kean Community. Physical books may be found on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the library collection, and can be checked out at the front desk on the 1st floor or by using the self-service kiosk, also found on the first floor lobby.
A current Kean University photo ID is required to borrow books.
The holder of the ID will be responsible for all materials charged against the patron's account.
Fines and fees will be assessed for damaged and overdue books.
A fee of $55 per book will be charged for lost books. Refunds will not be given if books are returned after the payment is made.
Circulation limits and book loan periods can be found using the table below
| Patron | Book Borrowing Limit | Loan Period | Renewal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjunct | 30 books | 30 days | 1 renewal |
| Administrator | 30 books | 30 days | 1 renewal |
| Alumni | 5 books | 30 days | 1 renewal |
| Community* | 5 books | 14 days | 1 renewal |
| Faculty/Staff | 30 books | 30 days | 1 renewal |
| Graduate Students | 30 books | 14 days | 1 renewal |
| Kean Ocean Students | 30 books | 14 days | 1 renewal |
| Undergraduate Students | 30 books | 14 days | 1 renewal |
| VALE Participants | 5 books | 14 days | 1 renewal |
*Elizabeth/Hillside/Union Township Residents Only
