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MLTS Thesis Requirements

  • It should have about 60-75 pages of content; with front matter, abstract, bibliography, etc., it should not exceed 100 pages.
  • It must be formatted and cited according to Chicago Style and with 1.5 inch margins on the left side (to make room for binding); for more detailed formatting requirements, check out the Writing & Formatting tab
  • Final, pre-oral defense drafts are due by March 10 (for spring graduation) or three weeks before your defense, whichever comes first
  • Final, post-defense copies are due no later than April 1 (see the Defending & Submitting tab for more details)

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Theses & Dissertation Repositories

One of the best ways to learn about what makes a good thesis or project is to read other theses, projects, and dissertations.  Below are links to theses and dissertation repositories.  If you come in person to the Wiggin Library, you can explore more than 100 years' worth of Meadville Lombard projects, theses, and dissertations!

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