Commons Library
Open 24 hours during the semester
Four floors, 600 study seats, 1.2 million volumes and librarians for every school.

What you can do here
Collections
1.2 million books, 90,000 journals and the Boston history archive.
Study rooms
42 group rooms you can book online for up to three hours.
Media lab
Recording studio, 3D printers, VR and video editing stations.
Ask a librarian
Research help by chat, email or appointment.

Research help
A librarian for every school
Subject librarians teach research workshops in first-year courses and meet one-on-one with students writing theses, grant proposals and capstones. Book 30 minutes online or drop in on the second floor.
- Research consultations by appointment
- Citation and data-management workshops
- Interlibrary loan from 400 libraries
How it works
Hours during the semester
- 1
Mon–Thu
Open 24 hours
Swipe in with your Campora ID after 10 pm.
- 2
Friday
7 am – 10 pm
The café closes at 8 pm.
- 3
Saturday
9 am – 10 pm
Research help desk 10 am – 4 pm.
- 4
Sunday
Opens 10 am
Stays open through Thursday night.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can visitors use the library?
Yes, from 8 am to 8 pm with a photo ID at the front desk.
How do I book a room?
Through the Commons website with your Campora login; rooms open for booking a week ahead.
Can I borrow a laptop?
Yes. Laptops, chargers and calculators lend for four hours at the first-floor desk.
Next step
Need a hand?
The IT Service Desk is open 24/7 at (617) 555-0123.