Only currently enrolled Cumberland University students and Cumberland faculty and staff may check material out of the library. Students, faculty, and staff may borrow books for three weeks and DVDs for one week. The following materials are for library use only: Periodicals (magazines, journals and newspapers), Reference books, Reserve items, and Microfilm. Please note that users assume full responsibility for all borrowed items. Community members and other visitors do not have check-out privileges but may use the library's collection in-house during regular hours. Students and faculty are expected to have a Cumberland University ID which will serve as the library card for the user.

Community groups, including school classes, are welcome to visit the Library but should contact the library staff at least one week in advance to schedule the visit. Group visits are not allowed during final exams. Visitors are expected to respect the rules of the Library and to maintain a quiet atmosphere conducive to study and research.