International Students and Researchers
Whether you're a student getting adjusted, a researcher looking for help, or you're conducting research in non-English languages, we have renowned collections and friendly specialists to assist you.
Get help
Ask a Librarian
We can help you locate library resources, connect with a specialist, or find support at any stage of your project.Find a Specialist
Search by subject or specialty to find experts who can offer guidance.Non-English Research Support
Resources for doing work in many languages.Use Research Guides
Find how-tos and resources by academic subject, course, or special research skill area.Drop-in Workshops
Join one of our workshops on a variety of topics relevant to teaching, learning, and research.
Find and use materials
Find Materials
Learn how to locate our resources, from searching by topic to looking for specific formats.Student Borrowing
Currently registered students from all three U-M campuses can borrow materials, with additional offerings for graduate students.Faculty and Staff Borrowing
Current and retired faculty and staff can borrow materials, and current faculty can assign someone to borrow on their behalf.Sponsored Affiliates Borrowing
Privileges for sponsored affiliates who have an active relationship with a U-M unit.Alumni, Guests, and Native and Indigenous Peoples Borrowing
Guests with specific academic affiliations and Native and Indigenous peoples are eligible to borrow materials. Alumni and all other guests can pay an annual fee.
Discover collections
See the vast array of materials we collect and maintain in all formats, from text and images to accessible research data.
Support for new international students
See our guide to library spaces, services, and how to get research and writing help. We also offer library orientations at the start or the academic year.