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Submitting Electronic Theses and Dissertations (ETDs)

This guide provides guidance for American University students who are required to submit their theses or dissertations electronically. IMPORTANT NOTE: links to AU's official ETD Submission and Style Guide and templates are located under the HOME tab below

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The American University's Office of Graduate Studies supervises the dissertation and thesis submission processes and has a thorough website that should be consulted by students who are required to write a thesis or dissertation to graduate. This libguide is intended to complement that site with some additional information.

American University's Office of Graduate Studies -  ETD Home Page

American University Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Submission and Style Guide

ETD Templates

FAQ for the Thesis/Dissertation Process

ETD Submission Deadlines

 

Semester                              Document Upload for Formatting and Review                         Upload Final Version
Fall    Mid November          Early December
Spring    Late March           Late April
Summer    Mid July          Mid August

 

Note: These deadlines are meant to serve as a guide. Contact your school's ETD Administrator for specific dates.