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You may use the following as a checklist during the completion of your Thesis/Dissertation. However, you are strongly advised to check with your GPC for other requirements.
Set up Committee
- Meet with Committee Chair to set up Thesis/Dissertation Committee during first semester.
- Complete the “Application for T/D Committee”.
- Proposals: must be approved by Committee.
Enroll in Thesis or Dissertation Course
- Enroll in Thesis/Dissertation Courses. Once graduate work has started, you must continue to enroll in Thesis/Dissertation courses until your thesis or dissertation is complete (including summer session).
Draft (During Final Semester)
- Refer to the T/D Formatting Guides for information and sample pages.
- Upload a copy of your draft on the ProQuest website at www.etdadmin.com/utrgv. Check UTRGV T/D website for deadlines and procedures.
- You will be notified by email (within about 5 business days) if any revisions need to be made.
Defense
- Coordinate your defense at the beginning of your last semester with your Committee Chair. Defense deadlines can be found on the UTRGV Thesis and Dissertation website.
Certification of Completion and Survey of Earned Doctorates
- Once you have defended your thesis or dissertation, the Certification of Completion of Thesis or Dissertation form must be signed by all committee members. This is a requirement for graduation.
- Doctoral students only: complete Survey of Earned Doctorates.
Final Submission of Thesis or Dissertation
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Upload a copy of your draft on the ProQuest website. Check UTRGV T/D website for deadlines and procedures.
Please reach out to ETD@utrgv.edu for additional questions