Books not owned by the library can be requested using ILLiad. Always search the Library Catalog for PCOM holdings before requesting a book through ILLiad. Please note that textbooks are not available for interlibrary loan.
PA users have a self-service option in E-ZBorrow. Log in to the PA Academic Library Consortium catalogs with the library number on your PCOM ID. If you have any trouble logging on, call the Circulation Desk at 215-871-6470 and a staff member will verify that your library number is correct in the system.
To place a book request, first log in to ILLiad. After logging in, select Book in the left hand menu below New Request.
illiad book request menu

Enter as much citation information as possible to ensure quicker processing.
illiad book request form

Click “Submit Request” to complete your request. You will be notified when the book is available for pick up.