Open 24 Hours, 5 Days a Week

Ellis Library is open for your study and research needs 24 hours a day from Sunday at noon until Friday at 8pm. Also open on Saturday from 9am to 5pm.

Hours of Operation

Research Consultations

A research consultation session gives you one-on-one time with a research librarian who can help you find sources and develop an efficient research strategy. You may schedule an appointment through MU Connect (muconnect.missouri.edu).

Ask the Librarians!

Visit a service desk in person or ask a question online.

Where do You Study?

There are places to study by yourself and in a group in Ellis Library and many of the specialized libraries. You can also reserve group study rooms online. For information about study spaces at all of the libraries, visit the Study Room Info Page.

What’s Your Major?

Most undergraduate students will study and do research at Ellis Library, the main library, but there are also several specialized libraries (see below) that serve specific schools or colleges. Check out the map below to see where all of the libraries are located.