All library fees must be paid online. We are unable to accept payments in person at the library.
Library items are considered lost according to the chart below.
| Item Type | Goes to Lost Status | Replacement Fee | Processing Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Collection | 60 days after due date | $50.00 | $25.00 |
| Curriculum Collection | 60 days after due date | $50.00 | $25.00 |
| Library of Things (LoT) | 14 days after due date | See replacement fees | |
| Media Collection | 60 days after due date | $50.00 | $25.00 |
| Music Collection | 60 days after due date | $50.00 | $25.00 |
| Reserves | 14 days after due date | $50.00 | $25.00 |
| Technology | 24 hours after due date | See replacement fees | |
Students will be charged for each lost item. These charges will be processed by the Bursar's Office and posted to the student’s account. Fees must be paid through the Bursar’s office.
Library accounts for faculty, employees, or community borrowers will be blocked until the item is returned or the fine/fee is paid on MTSU Marketplace.
Once fees have been transferred to the Bursar's Office, they can no longer be refunded by the library, even if the items are returned.
Possibly. Depending on the item, you may be able to provide a replacement copy in lieu of the replacement fee. You will still need to pay the $25 processing fee, even if you provide a replacement.
All replacement requests must be reviewed by the Collection Development & Management Department before a replacement item is purchased.
To pay fines or fees:
1. Login to your Library Account and take note of the amount owed.
2. Visit MTSU Marketplace and click on "Library Fines and Fees" at the bottom of the page to begin the payment process. Marketplace accepts credit or debit cards (American Express, Mastercard, or Visa).
If you have questions or need help, contact the Circulation Desk at 615-898-2650 or mtsu.library@mtsu.edu.
Bills to students for replacement fees are issued by the MTSU Bursar. Please follow the payment instructions issued with the bill or contact the Bursar's Office for further help.
