Q. How can I find the full text of an article?

Here are some tips for finding the full text of an article:


Did you find the article in a Library database?

Look for a link that says something like FULL TEXT PDF or FULL TEXT HTML.

Sometimes you'll need click on the FULL TEXT FROM ERIC link, which will redirect you to the ERIC database.

If you're seeing an Article Linker link, click here for more information.


Are you trying to find an article that you saw on Google or in another source?

Click here to watch a short tutorial that will teach you how to find an article or book using its title (or other citation information).


What if the Library doesn't have an article?

If you can't find the full text of an article, and the Library doesn't have a copy, you can use our free interlibrary loan service. Learn more here.


What is ScienceDirect?

This is a collection of over 400 journals. Limit your search by "Subscribed journals" to see the full-text articles. If you see an abstract that you are interested in, click on "Get Access" to request the article from the Library.


If you're still having trouble finding an article (or other materials), let us know!

We're happy to help. Contact us at refdesk@nu.edu or using our chat and messaging systems located here.