The University Library has partnered with the New York Times to provide students, faculty, and staff with access to NYTimes.com and the NYTimes.com mobile app. 

Faculty/Staff will be provided with an academic pass valid for 4 years. Students will be provided an academic pass valid until December 31, of the graduation year they select.

Setting up your account

NEW subscribers

1. Visit accessnyt.com to create an account.
2. In the "Find School" box, type in Washington and Lee University and follow the instructions.
3. If you encounter any error messages, please email edu@nytimes.com.

EXISTING registered subscribers with ACTIVE PAID NYT subscription

1. If you have an active paid subscription, you will first need to cancel your personal subscription. You can do this by connecting with a chat agent on the site or calling 800-698-4637.
2. After you cancel your paid account, you can follow the directions below to claim your complimentary subscription.

EXISTING registered subscribers that DO NOT HAVE ACTIVE NYT subscription

1. Visit accessnyt.com to create an account.
2. Click on "Already have an account "Log In" (Found below "Create An Account").
3. Input your email address and the same password created for your previous account.
4. If you encounter any error messages, please email edu@nytimes.com.