Preparing to Graduate
Formatting your Dissertation/Thesis
The final version of the dissertation/thesis must conform to procedures outlined in the "Preparation and Submission Manual for Doctoral Dissertations and Master's Theses"
Attend a Formatting Webinar
The next Dissertation/Thesis Submission & Formatting Webinar is on Tuesday, April 15 at 10:00am (PT)
Unable to attend the next Webinar? Click here to access a recorded version.
Dissertation/Thesis Appointments
Preliminary and final dissertation/thesis appointments are no longer required. Please see the Dissertation & Thesis Submission page for information on how to file for the degree.
Permission Letter Submission Form
Students must submit permission letters from all co-authors, if the dissertation/thesis will use material which has been submitted for publication or has been published. Letters must be submitted to GEPA via the online form.
Commencement
Students on track to fulfill all degree requirements should register for commencement ceremonies and order their cap and gown upon registration. Details about each ceremony can be found at the link below.
Proposition 209 Compliance
In accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, the University of California does not discriminate, or grant preferences, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories. All programs and initiatives coordinated by the University of California Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs are designed and implemented in full compliance with Proposition 209 and the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy.
More information about Proposition 209 can be found here.
More information about the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy can be found here.