University of Pittsburgh Library System

Interested in obtaining a copy of an item or need a digital image of our material? We offer a variety of reproduction services for personal use or publication needs. See our pricing below. Please allow 5-10 business days to fulfill your request.

Note that we have two different ordering forms depending on what you need to be reproduced:

• Request Copies of Photographs, Maps, Manuscripts as Prints or Digital Images (PDF)
• Request Copies of Audio-Video Material (PDF)

When you are ready to submit your order, we highly recommend that you contact us, so we can answer any questions about our services and/or costs.

You then have two choices:

•   Submit the completed form via US mail along with a check, cash or money order, or
•   Email or fax the completed form to pay by Visa or MasterCard. We will gladly accept credit card information over the phone.

We’re happy to answer any questions so please don’t hesitate to contact us!

Guidance on Copyright and the Use of ULS Collections 

Interested in obtaining a copy of an item or need a digital image of our material?  Read on for more information.

Reproduction Service Costs

Photocopies/Quick Scan*

*If the requested material can be safely photocopied at the discretion of Archives & Special Collections staff, we can provide either a traditional photocopy (hardcopy) or multipage PDF (image). If the item cannot be safely copied, then we can provide JPG images of each page for $1.00 per image (depending on item type and fragility).

Photographic Print Reproduction

Prints are created from digital files, therefore dimensions may not be exact. Additional sizes are available on request. Reproductions are available in a glossy or matte finish with or without borders.

Digital Images (professional/publication quality)         

All digital files are delivered electronically unless otherwise specified.

Map/Blueprint Reproduction

Prices vary from $100 to $200 depending on original map dimensions. All requests and pricing will be verified with the requestor prior to the order being completed. Please allow 4-6 weeks for completion. Rush requests will incur an additional fee and may not be available.

Audio/Video Duplication

All AV reproduction requests should submit the audio-video reproduction request form.

Requestors pay all associated costs for audio, video, and film transfers. Delivery of the completed project will be in the format of the requestor’s choice. Please allow a minimum of 4-6 weeks for transfers to be completed. Rush requests will incur an additional fee and may not be available.

Shipping Charges

Shipping prices are for within the continental United States. Rush delivery is available for an additional cost. Most services take 10-15 business days to complete unless otherwise noted.