Using SUNY CUNY Libraries

Through the State University of New York (SUNY) Open Access program, Empire State College students have access to the libraries of the State University of New York's two and four-year colleges and universities, including community colleges. For students who live in New York City, a similar arrangement is in place with the City University of New York (CUNY) library system.

Also check out details on finding specific regional libraries and those outside the state.

To check out materials from SUNY or CUNY libraries, you will need to present an Empire State College photo ID with a valid expiration date and Empire State College ID number. This is the only proof of enrollment or affiliation that will be accepted at these libraries. This photo ID card can be obtained at your orientation session or from the nearest Empire State College center. Your mentor/advisor can give you additional information.

Most SUNY libraries restrict online resources and interlibrary loan services to their own residents. However, your local public library may be able to help with interlibrary loans.

As a borrower through the SUNY Open Access program, you are subject to such rules and regulations, including fines and fees, as are established by the lending campus for its own community. In addition to overdue fines, Empire State College borrowers who have lost or not returned library materials will also be charged processing and/or replacement fees.

Empire State College students with outstanding fines to a SUNY or CUNY library will have a "hold" placed their Empire State College student account and will not be permitted to register, obtain transcripts, or be cleared for graduation. Outstanding accounts that are not cleared will be referred to the State Attorney General's Office for collection.