Dissertation Deadlines
2020-2021 Deadlines
Please note: All deadlines are for 4:30 p.m. when the Dissertation Office closes.
| Quarter | Draft Review Deadline* | Final Submission Deadline** | Quarter Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2020 | Wednesday, July 15 | Friday, August 7 | Saturday, August 29 |
| Autumn 2020 | Wednesday, October 28 | Friday, November 13 | Saturday, December 12 |
| Winter 2021 | Wednesday, February 3 | Friday, February 19 | Saturday, March 20 |
| Spring 2021 | Wednesday, April 28 | Friday, May 14 | Saturday, June 12 |
*Draft reviews are optional. The draft review service is available during the first few weeks of each quarter.
**Some departments have earlier deadlines. Contact your department to be sure you meet departmental requirements. Contact your dean of students with questions about registration or divisional requirements. The dissertation defense and any changes recommended by the dissertation committee must occur prior to the final submission.