Master’s and Doctoral students are required to have their completed thesis/dissertation papers printed and bound using specific guidelines listed below. Be sure to follow these requirements closely as you place your order. Two suggested binderies are:
Thesis on Demand – Accepts either a PDF file or a hard copy. If you send a PDF, their software determines which pages should print in color, and you will be charged the color rate only for those pages. If you mail a hard copy to bind, there is a $125 minimum charge (approximately the cost of binding two copies). Check for turnaround time – could be several weeks.
PHD Book Binding – Accepts either a PDF file or a hard copy. If you send a PDF, you will indicate in the order which pages should print in color and you will be charged the color rate only for those pages. Turaround time 5-10 days depending on details of the order.
It is the student’s responsibility to follow these guidelines carefully when placing an order:
Master’s Thesis Standards:
Size: 8-1/2″ x 11″ (215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
Cover: Hardbound in Buckram (Fabric) PS 588 ROYAL BLUE, with gold lettering.
Spine: author’s last name, title (truncated as necessary), year.
Front Cover: blank is fine. Some binderies include title, author, year and degree (optional).
Paper: White, Acid Free or Archival.
One-sided vs. Two-sided printing: Two-sided printing preferred but optional; saves paper and shelf space.
Doctoral Dissertation Standards:
Size: 8-1/2″ x 11″ (215.9 mm x 279.4 mm)
Cover: Hardbound in Buckram (Fabric) PS 990 BLACK, with gold lettering.
Spine: author’s last name, title (truncated as necessary), year.
Front Cover: blank is fine. Some binderies include title, author, year and degree (optional).
Paper: White, Acid Free or Archival.
One-sided vs. Two-sided printing: Two-sided printing preferred but optional; saves paper and shelf space.
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