FAQs - Theses & Dissertations

Are bound copies of the thesis required for the final submission of the thesis?

Georgia Institute of Technology only accepts electronic copies of theses and dissertations. They should be uploaded on the ETD (Electronic Thesis and Dissertation) website.

Do you proofread for grammar and spelling mistakes?

No, the Graduate Thesis office only checks to see if the format which is outlined in the thesis manual is strictly adhered to. The Language Institute and the Communication Center at Georgia Tech both ...

Do you provide bound copies of the thesis/dissertation?

It is your responsibility to provide paper copies if your advisor or department would like one. The Office of Graduate Education suggests Staples, FedEx Office Print & Ship and PhDBookBinding.com...

Does Georgia Tech retain any rights to my thesis and dissertation once it is uploaded via the ETD website?

Georgia Institute of Technology does not retain any rights to your thesis or dissertation and does not own the copyright to any work that you submit via the ETD website. Our ETD/SmarTech system is a d...

How will I know when I have met all qualifications for graduation?

The Registrar's Office is responsible for clearing you to graduate. They will update your records on DegreeWorks as soon as all requirements have been fulfilled and cleared. You should monitor this at...

I turned in my thesis/dissertation last week, but the web still says, “lacks thesis.” Is something wrong?

Depending on when during the semester you submit your thesis or dissertation to the Graduate Education Office, DegreeWorks may show a status of "Lacks Thesis" for several weeks. Once your thesis or d...

If a committee member is unable to sign my certificate of approval in a timely manner, how can I get their signature?

All documents must be signed using DocuSign. If one of your committee members is unable to sign your Certificate of Approval you can assign someone else to sign on their behalf. Paper or fax signatu...

Is the Certificate of Approval form the only form required for completion of my thesis requirements?

No. All required forms can be found here.A Thesis Checklist providing greater detail can be found on the Theses and Diss

My thesis was approved. Will you issue a letter of completion?

The Registrar’s Office is the only office allowed to issue a Letter of Completion. This is issued once you have satisfied all requirements for graduation including your thesis. Please visit https://r...

When will I see my Admission to Candidacy noted in my records?

If you submit your Admission to Candidacy via Docusign, the Office of Graduate Education makes every effort to process it within in 48 hours. See the Theses and Dissertations page for more information...

When should I submit my Online Application to Graduate (OAG)?

Your Online Application for Graduation (OAG) must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar by the close of registration for the term in which you are applying to graduate. Deadlines vary by term; p...

How do I submit an Online Application to Graduate (OAG))?

The Online Application to Graduate is handled by the Registrar's Office. For information on completing this process, please visit their website.

How do I reactivate my Online Application to Graduate (OAG)?

The Online Application to Graduate (OAG) is handled by the Registrar's Office. For information on completing this process, please visit their website.

Will I have to pay an additional fee when I reactivate my Online Application to Graduate (OAG)?

There is no fee associated with reactivating your Online Application to Graduate (OAG), which is handled by the Registrar's Office. For information on completing this process, please visit their websi...

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