Stanford Libraries

World-Class Libraries

The Stanford University Libraries and Academic Information Resources (SULAIR) include more than 30 libraries and programs. Stanford’s libraries have amassed collections of books, journals, scores, sound and video recordings, and printed reference works numbering more than 8 million volumes. The library collections include 28,300 current journals, 281,011 cartographic holdings, and 5.8 million microform holdings, as well as access to thousands of digital resources.

Most of the materials in the collections are open and easily accessible to students. Knowledgeable staff are available to help students define their research and guide them in using the materials and technologies they need.

Research Collections and Topic-Specific Libraries

The Cecil H. Green Library holds the majority of research collections in the humanities and social sciences, as well as general reference materials and periodicals. There are also specialized libraries for students in areas ranging from art to education to science. Public computers are available in all libraries.

For detailed information about the SULAIR collections, facilities, and services, see http://library.stanford.edu/.