Submission of the Dissertation

Upon successful completion of the Final Oral Defense Examination, the candidate submits the dissertation electronically for forwarding to the Library of The University of Arizona and to University Microfilms, Inc (UMI). The major department may require a print copy for department files. A processing and microfilming fee also must be paid to the University Bursar. Upon receipt of the finalized dissertation, the Dean of the Graduate College will recommend conferral of the doctoral degree by the Arizona Board of Regents