Copy Services
WARNING CONCERNING COPYRIGHT RESTRICTIONS
The copyright law of the United States (Title 17, U. S. Code) governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted material. Under certain conditions specified in the law, libraries and archives are authorized to furnish a photocopy or other reproduction. One of these specified conditions is that the photocopy or reproduction is not to be "used for any purpose other than private study, scholarship, and research." If a user makes a request for, or later uses, a photocopy or reproduction for purposes in excess of "fair use," that user may be liable for copyright infringement. This institution reserves the right to refuse to accept a copying order if, in its judgment, fulfillment of the order would involve violation of copyright law.
Please refer all inquiries about citing, quoting from, or reproducing materials to the appropriate archivist.
The University of Minnesota Libraries' Archives and Special Collections units conduct copy services in accordance with federal copyright law and copyright policies set by the University of Minnesota Libraries.
General Information
The Archives and Special Collections units will make and provide photocopies or photographic reproductions of items in its collections as a service and convenience to users. Provision and subsequent use of reproductions is subject to the following restrictions:
- The Archives reserves the right to restrict copying, subject to conditions such as the fragility of the originals, the amount of staff time required to do the work, restrictions specified by the donor, or provisions of the copyright law. We do not duplicate entire archival collections, or all the text of individual books, manuscripts, or boxes of material.
- Archives staff members will make all photocopies. Use of personal copiers or scanners is prohibited. Contact the archives regarding cameras, digital cameras, and video cameras.
- Duplication by the Archives does not transfer either copyright or property right, nor does it constitute permission to publish in excess of "fair use" or to display materials. The user is responsible for obtaining such permission.
- Copies are made for personal use only. They may not be transferred to another person or institution without prior written authorization.
Photocopying
- Single orders of up to 10 pages are free. Does not apply to color copies or orders requiring special handling.
- Standard copies (including reduction/enlargement, duplex):
$0.25 per copy (8.5 x 11, 8.5 x 14, 11 x 17) - Color copies:
$1.00 per copy (8.5 x 11, 8.5 x 14, 11 x 17) - Copying using upright copier for fragile, bound documents:
$0.35 per copy (8.5 x 11)
$0.50 per copy (11 x 17) - Special handling for fragile materials:
Cost to be determined by archivist
Delivery of Copy Orders
- Orders will be filled as staff time permits. Consult archives staff for approximate delivery date.
- Rush orders are available if staff time permits. A surcharge will apply.
- Patrons may arrange to pick up photocopies or have them shipped.
- Orders over $50 must be pre-paid before they can be shipped or picked up.
- Shipping and handling fees apply.
- Electronic file transfer is available
Payment Options
- Personal check
- University of Minnesota departmental CUFS account
- Visa or MasterCard
- Cash is not accepted.
Tax will be charged on all in-state orders.
Shipping Rates for Photocopies
| U.S. Postal Service, First Class | |
|---|---|
| # of pages | Shipping Rate |
| 11 to 25 | $1.50 |
| 26 to 50 | $2.00 |
| 51 to 100 | $5.00 |
| 101 to 200 | $7.50 |
| 201 to 350 | $8.75 |
| 351 to 500 | $10.75 |
| 501 to 750 | $12.75 |
| 751 to 1000 | $16.00 |
| United Parcel Service Domestic (Average 3 to 5 day delivery) | ||
|---|---|---|
| # of Pages | Weight | Shipping Rate |
| 11 to 50 | under 1 lb | $3.50 |
| 51 to 100 | under 2 lb | $3.75 |
| 101 to 200 | under 3 lb | $4.00 |
| 201 to 350 | under 4 lb | $4.25 |
| 351 to 500 | under 6 lb | $4.75 |
| 501 to 750 | under 8 lb | $5.00 |
| 751 to 1000 | under 11 lb | $5.50 |
| U.S. Postal Service, International Airmail | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| # of pages | Shipping to Canada | Shipping to Asia | Shipping to European Union |
| 11 to 25 | $1.50 | $4.25 | $4.00 |
| 26 to 50 | $3.00 | $7.00 | $6.25 |
| 51 to 100 | $4.00 | $10.50 | $9.25 |
| 101 to 200 | $6.00 | $14.50 | $13.00 |
| 201 to 350 | $9.50 | $22.00 | $19.50 |
| 351 to 500 | $15.50 | $35.00 | $28.00 |
| 501 to 750 | $20.25 | $42.00 | $35.00 |
| 750 to 1000 | $23.00 | $51.00 | $43.00 |
Scanning and Digital Reproduction
- Scans of portions of books and other printed materials are available, subject to the policies and rates listed above.
- Low resolution scans of photographs and other images are available, subject to the policies and rates listed above. The photocopy service does not provide high resolution scans.
- High resolution digital scanning services are available through the University Libraries' Digital Collections Unit. Please contact the Archives to make arrangements for scanning of materials from the collection. Color and/or large-format prints require special handling. Images of certain previously scanned materials are available for a reduced fee. » See the Digital Collections Unit web site for rates and turn-around time
Audio and Moving Image Material
Consult Archives staff for reproduction costs, use fees, and turnaround time.
Use Fees
Use fees for publication or commercial use in any format may apply. Contact the Archives for more information