The ETD Option allows students to submit their thesis or dissertation in electronic format. Electronic submission is the best way to insure that original research is archived in an enduring format. The ETD Option is also a greener way to submit your work since it eliminates much of the need for multiple final copies on paper.  

The University Graduate School is piloting a new ETD site with the University Library. Information on the new site and steps toward submission are outlined below. Note: The new ETD site will be used by both master's and doctoral students for the fall 2009 semester.

ETD Submission Checklist

Instructions for Submitting via the ETD Option

ETD FAQ Sheet

D7 Form or M5 Form

ETD Approval Page

Signature Page ii

UMI/Proquest Agreement Form

UMI/Proquest Quick Guide

Cashier’s Receipt (microfilming)                                                                                     

Survey of Earned Doctorates (SED) (only relevant to doctoral students in PhD-granting
                                                                 programs)

             SED Purpose and Use Brochure

             SED Confidentiality Brochure

Final ETD Submission Instructions

Digital Commons

Other Important ETD Links

UMI's Dissertation Abstracts Database