Graduate-level research is promoted by long loan periods before materials have to be brought back to a library. Interlibrary loan service is available in all libraries. The Library participates in two international bibliographic computer networks that provide access to materials held in libraries and information centers throughout the world. Reference librarians are available in all the libraries to provide orientation to library collections, services, and facilities. The Reference staff is available for individual and group consultation, and can be contacted by electronic mail, as well as in person and by telephone.
Subject bibliographers are available by appointment for specialized reference services.
The University of Chicago provides a variety of housing options for its graduate students. For single students, the choices include International House and Neighborhood Student Apartments. For married students, or students with a domestic partner, Neighborhood Student Apartments offers housing arrangements suitable for couples and families. The University owns and operates over 1100 apartments in 29 buildings located around and within the campus area. Graduate students who are single, married, or in a domestic partnership and who are registered and making normal progress towards their degrees are eligible to live in Neighborhood Student Apartments.