Services: Thesis Submission

Beginning in 2024, all theses, dissertations, and capstone projects will be submitted to the library electronically.

• Prepare the document according to program requirements.
• Defend thesis and gather committee signatures according to program requirements.
• Save the printed documents as PDF/A (accessible PDF).
• Save video submissions as MP4 files.
• Complete the Submission Form.
  • upload files as directed in the form submission process
  • choose open access or limit access to OCU students, faculty and staff.
  • submit form
• Submissions will be routed to the graduate program director and the library staff for verification.
• If approved at both stages, the student, program director, and registrar's office will be notified that the requirement is completed.
• Submissions will be included in the library catalog, with links for access as directed in the submission form (open access or limited to OCU students, faculty, and staff).

After your project is fully approved by your program, save is as PDF/A compliant document. (This makes it more accessible for readers with disabilities).

From Word:

• Save as
• More options
• Save as type: PDF
• Options: check PDF/A

Complete the Online Thesis/Dissertation/Project Submission form.

You may include the signature page as a scanned copy of the original page and separate from the main project if necessary.

Kat Herbison

Operations Specialist

405-208-5804

[email protected]

Victoria K. Swinney

Director of the Dulaney-Browne Library

405-208-5072

[email protected]