Tip: Submit your thesis for printing as a .pdf to prevent inadvertent changes.
HC Bound Thesis Printing Specifications
Cover:
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80 lb., Royal Marble Cover Stock, Desert Onyx OR 80 lb., Royal Sundance Linen, Gray
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Front and back cover required
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Front cover text should be an exact replication of the inside title page
Paper:
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White paper, 16-20 pound, standard size (8.5x11)
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Same paper for entire thesis; exceptions include oversize materials and photo paper
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25% or higher cotton rag content and uniform watermark.
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Photocopies must be clear, straight, and free of copy spotting or smudges
Layout & Binding:
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Set the left margin on the entire document to 1.5” to accommodate binding
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Print single-sided only
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Include blank front and back flyleaves
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Use black tape binding only
Deadlines
Your HC thesis is due by Friday at 5:00 p.m. of week 10.
You must upload your thesis to
Scholar's Archive by the deadline. The bound copy is optional and can be dropped off or sent to the HC office anytime after your thesis is uploaded.
Allow at least 48 hours for printing and binding, and be aware that turnaround time can be longer during high-demand periods.
Important Contacts