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Can community members/local high school students get a library card?

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  • A valid library card is required to check out material.
  • Library cards are for personal use only and may not be loaned or transferred.
  • Possession of a library card does not guarantee access to all library material or services. For example, off-site access to licensed electronic resources is available only to current UCI students, faculty and staff with a UCInetID or a sponsored UCInetID; and interlibrary loan privileges are available only to current UC students, faculty and staff.
    • When trying to get a community library card, you must present proof of your  address using a license, bill, etc. 
      • There is a fee for your Year long membership.
        • A community card is $80.
        • With a senior discount it comes out to $75
        • A high school student must be in AP/IB classes in Southern California and come with a letter from their high school librarian showing proof our collection is in need, to get access.
  • All details can be found on our Get a Library Card page.

  • Last Updated Aug 13, 2025
  • Answered By Nancy Chacon