When do I electronically submit my thesis or dissertation?
You should only submit your thesis for review by the Graduate College Thesis Office AFTER
- your defense has occurred (if relevant),
- your advisor and/or committee has approved the final version of your thesis, and
- you have made all corrections requested by your departmental thesis reviewer.
How long does it take the Thesis Office to review my thesis?
It generally takes 1-2 business days for the Thesis Office to review your thesis. During the busy deposit periods, it could take more time. You will be notified via email once your document has been reviewed.
What is the final date that I can submit my thesis electronically for the deposit?
Your deposit must be completed by the deadline for your intended graduation period. (Visit the deposit deadline calendar.) This means that ALL corrections and additional required materials must be received by the Graduate College Thesis Office no later than 5:00 p.m. C.T. on the day of the deposit deadline. Because further revision of the thesis may be required as a result of the Thesis Office's review, the Graduate College strongly recommends that students submit the departmentally approved thesis at least one week in advance of the deposit deadline in order to ensure themselves enough time to complete any required changes.
Can I make changes or revisions after my thesis is accepted?
Upon final deposit, the thesis becomes part of the student’s academic record. No changes may be made to the thesis or dissertation after it has been accepted by the Graduate College Thesis Office.
How will I know my thesis has been accepted?
Your deposit will be confirmed in an email from the Graduate College Thesis Office after a correctly formatted thesis has been accepted and all required additional materials have been received.
Where do I find the required supporting items I need to submit in order to complete my deposit?
View links to the required supporting items on the Required Deposit Items page.
When will the deposit fee appear in my student account?
When your thesis has been accepted for deposit, your student account will be charged a deposit fee. The fee is:
- $50 for doctoral students
- $25 for master's students
The deposit fee will appear on your student account approximately one week after your deposit is complete. If your account is no longer active or you would like to inquire about payment options, please contact the University Bursar after your deposit is complete.
When will my thesis appear in IDEALS?
Your thesis will appear in IDEALS approximately 4-6 months after degree conferral. You will receive an email when your thesis has been uploaded into IDEALS.
How can I get a bound copy of my thesis?
The Thesis Office does not provide or distribute thesis copies to students, departments, or anyone else. If you want to have copies of your thesis bound for yourself, your family, or your adviser, you will need to procure them independently. Three options are:
- Book binderies, such as the local Lincoln Bookbindery, which does provide hardcover binding. Visit their website for further information. You can search for additional binderies in other locations close to you.
- Copy shops. Local copy shops can make softcover copies.