Using the Libraries Online
Searching the Collection
BU Libraries Search is a one-stop tool for finding a wide range of materials from the BU Libraries. You can use it to look for books, journals, music scores, videos, audio, and other items in the library’s collection. It also includes eBooks, articles, streaming, and online materials from many sources provided by the library.
Databases A-Z offers a complete list of all subscription databases, including multidisciplinary and subject-specific databases for all of your research needs.
Learn more about our library catalogs.
Access and Authentication
Please note that some online resources are restricted to BU affiliates only. Current students, staff, and faculty can access these resources by entering their BU Login when prompted.
Alumni & Visitors
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Contact Us
- Suggest a Resource to purchase for our collections. Affiliates of the schools of Law, Medicine or Theology should contact their respective school libraries for information on placing purchase requests.
- Ask a Librarian for general or research-related questions, via chat, text, email, or phone.
- Make an Appointment with our reference librarians for personalized help with your research.