ETD Deadlines

Summer one-credit extension: May 10, 2021
Summer 2021: July 22
Fall one-credit extension: Aug 25, 2021
Fall 2021: Dec 10

Workshop Dates

Spring 2021 semester:

Wednesday, Mar 10 from 9-10am - Watch the WebEx recording from the Mar 10 workshop
Thursday, Apr 8 from 12-1pm - Watch the WebEx recording from the Apr 8 workshop

Feel free to attend one of our ETD Workshops with the Formatting Advisor, MSU Library, and the MSU Writing Center for information on formatting, publishing, copyright, and writing. Workshops will be hosted via WebEx.

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Spring 2020 ETD Workshop Presentation Info and Slides

Step 1: Formatting
Step 2: Submission
Step 3: Approval

 

ETD Introduction Video

 

Note: For a transcript of the video, visit the ETD Introduction Video with Transcript page.

Overview 

NEW: As of January 2021, students will be asked to submit drafts and final copies to a submission portal. The submission portal will replace the Certificate of Approval form, as well. Read more information on the Submission Information page.

After your ETD has been given final approval by The Graduate School and the degree granting department, your ETD will be published on ScholarWorks, the Montana State University open-access ETD repository. Scholars from around the world visit MSU's ScholarWorks page to view ETDs written by our graduate students. Students may choose to have their ETDs available worldwide or hold their work for a period of up to one year. After one year, all ETDs will be available online through ScholarWorks. All theses and dissertations (ETDs) are submitted to The Graduate School electronically. The Graduate School does not require a bound paper copy of your thesis or dissertation. A well-prepared document speaks highly of your abilities as a scholar and The Graduate School wants to ensure your ETD formatting is of the highest quality. 

When you reach your final semester, begin the formatting process, as a final PDF of your ETD must be approved by the Formatting Advisor by 5:00 pm on the published deadline, which is typically 14 working days before the end of the semester in which you plan to graduate. Please check the Graduate School Dates & Deadlines page for the exact date for each semester.

Formatting Advisor

Whether you are just starting to write your thesis or it is your final semester of Graduate School, it is never too soon to reach out to the Formatting Advisor! Communication between the Formatting Advisor and students is often through email; however, students are welcome to stop by the office to discuss formatting an appointment is recommended.

MSSE Students

If you are an MSSE student, be aware that your process is slightly different, as the MSSE Office will assume the duties of the formatting advisor. Please visit the MSSE Students requirements page for more information.