Important Change for Fall 2024: If a student choses to use the Chicago Style Guide
as their format guide, they must use the new 18th Edition.
The master's thesis or dissertation project can comprise a significant amount of your
graduate school experience. All of the information you will need to write, edit, and
submit your thesis or dissertation can be found here. Please follow all deadlines,
rules, and guidelines carefully. Master's students submitting a thesis or doctoral
students submitting their dissertation to the College of Graduate Studies are expected
to have applied for graduation and completed all necessary steps towards completion
of their degree.
Recipients of the Outstanding Thesis Award receive recognition at SJSU's commencement
ceremony and an award of $1,000. Find out how to get your thesis nominated by your
College.
