Visitor Access Policy

Who has access to Snell Library?

Snell Library Access Privileges
User Building Access Hours How to Get Access
Current Northeastern students, faculty and staff (from all Northeastern campuses) Yes 24 hours with valid Husky Card when the building is open Using a valid student, faculty, or staff Husky Card at Turnstiles
Northeastern Alumni Yes

During Library service desk hours with a valid Alumni Husky Card

Using a valid Alumni Husky Card at turnstiles
Northeastern Faculty and Staff Retirees Yes During Library service desk hours with valid Retiree Husky Card Retired faculty and staff should update library accounts using the Library Privileges Request Form to ensure their Retiree husky card will work at Turnstiles
Holders of Northeastern Sponsored Accounts (including visiting scholars) Yes Varies Should register for access and borrowing privileges using the Library Privileges Request Form at least 48 hours in advance of their visit
Members of BLC partner institutions Yes During Library service desk hours with a valid BLC card issued by their home institution and a photo ID  Beginning January 6, 2025: Encouraged to complete the Library Privileges Request Form in advance of their visit and bring their BLC Card and a photo ID. 
Members of SHARES partner institutions Yes During Library service desk hours after registering their visit Beginning January 6, 2025: Should register their visit using the Library Privileges Request Form in advance of their visit
Members of the Public In some cases Pending approval during Library service desk hours by appointment Submit the Library Privileges Request Form and note what resources you are looking to access at least 48 hours in advance of the proposed visit.

   More Information about Visiting Snell Library

  • See Borrowing from Snell Library for more information about borrowing privileges.
  • Update your Library account to better access electronic materials and saved search results in Scholar OneSearch.
  • See Interlibrary Loan for more information about interlibrary loan services.
  • Snell Library welcomes members of the public who demonstrate a specific need to use its unique resources in person, visit Northeastern University’s Policy on Snell Library Public Access for more information.
  • Visit the Husky Card office for more information about the Northeastern University identification card.
    Example image of the front of a Husky Card

    Example image of the front of a Husky Card

Trouble accessing your account?

If you are experiencing problems with your library account, please complete the Library Privileges form or email [email protected].

If you are experiencing problems with your Northeastern credentials, please contact Information Technology Services (ITS) by phone at 617-373-4357 or email [email protected].

If you are experiencing problems with your Husky Card, please contact Husky Card Services.