Reproduction of Collection Materials: Procedures and Fees

Paper Photocopies

Materials may be photocopied in accordance with the limits of the Copyright Act and archives policies. The archives may set restrictions to protect fragile, damaged, or oversize materials. The archives staff will make all copies. Charges for photocopies are as follows: 10 cents per copy for the first 25 letter size (8x11) copies; 20 cents per copy for letter size copies 26-200; 40 cents per copy for letter size copies 201-500; 80 cents for every letter size copy over 500; 25 cents per copy for all legal size (11x14) copies; and 50 cents per copy for all oversize (11x17) copies. There is a postage and handling charge for any/all photocopies that are mailed. Prepayment is required prior to the mailing of any/all photocopies.

Microfilm

Rolls of microfilm stored in the ACUA are the property of The Catholic University of America (CUA) and may not be duplicated without permission. If permission is given there are two formats available. Rolls can be reproduced on more expensive archival quality film or on cheaper non-archival high quality film. These respective prices are not fixed so requesters should ask for both a cost and time estimate.

Payment must be received before duplications will be mailed to researchers.

ACUA Image Reproduction Policies and Fee Schedule

The American Catholic History Research Center and University Archives of The Catholic University of America (ACUA) recognizes the important role that digitization is having in modern archival repositories around the world in both the fields of preservation and access. The following guidelines have been crafted to insure the preservation of all original materials and that copyright laws are respected.

• ACUA Photographic Collections are non-circulating; originals do not leave the facility
• Use of personal scanners, digital cameras, or other video recording devices by researchers are prohibited
• All digital imaging and other duplication processes will be performed/coordinated by ACUA staff members
• Researchers can request reference copies of images for research purposes; however, high resolution digital files and prints will be provided only to researchers who are planning to publish/exhibit, have completed a use/authorization form, paid all applicable fees, and have received the approval of the ACUA Archivist.
• Authorization of use does not constitute ACUA's endorsement of a publication or project
• ACUA reserves the right to refuse image requests due to preservation or copyright concerns
• All researchers are asked to give ACUA at least 72 hours (once the image requested has been identified, located, and verified by the researcher) to complete image reproduction requests. Requests may take longer than 72 hours, depending on size of order and the numbers of orders already in line to be filled.

Due to the nature of archival and manuscript collections, ACUA may not have exclusive copyright or ownership rights of all photographic materials in the collections. All known copyright information will be provided however, ACUA does not provide copyright research services and assumes no responsibility for resolving questions of copyright.

Imaging Fee Schedule Applies:

(Some formats such as; photographic negatives, slides, transparencies, microforms, and oversized materials have slightly higher rates for scanning; researchers will be informed if they apply when these formats are requested)

Please Note:

• Larger sizes, quantities and specialized orders can increase the cost, archives staff will inform researchers of cost differences at time of request.
  
• Charges mentioned below do not include postage and handling. Add an additional $5.00 for United States Postal Service Delivery. Other shipping options are available at researcher's cost.
  
• Permission must be obtained from the archives before any documents can be published.
  Publication fees may apply. Contact the Archivist for more information
  
• "Traditional" photographic prints may be requested (from negative, if available), however rates are subject to current market price; rates will be provided when such a request is made.

Please direct inquiries to the contact form or 202-319-5065.

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