Who is this Guide for?

This submission guide was created for HGSE Ed.L.D. students as they prepare to submit their final, approved Capstone to the university using the ProQuest ETD system.

While some of the information in this Guide is generalizable, HGSE Ph.D. students should follow specific guidance from GSAS about dissertation submission. 

When should I use this Guide?

Residents must upload their Capstone to the ProQuest ETD system by the date established by their program, which can be found in the Ed.L.D. Capstone Handbook.

In general, residents will upload a final version of their Capstone to the ProQuest ETD system only after they receive final approval from their Capstone Committee. Final approval will come after defense and after any post-defense revisions have been incorporated and reviewed by the Capstone Committee. This typically occurs in late April and early May.

Overview of Submission Process

The following is a high-level overview of what happens when you submit your Capstone to the university:

  1. You submit a final, approved version of your Capstone to the ProQuest ETD system. During the process, you:
    • Provide your contact information
    • Make decisions about publishing options (copyright and institutional repository) and relevant restrictions (embargoes)
    • Upload a PDF version of your Capstone manuscript
  2. An Ed.L.D. program administrator reviews your submission to ensure that your information and the PDF of your manuscript is accurate, correct, and complete.
  3. An Ed.L.D. program administrator approves your submission or contacts you for any initial needed changes.
  4. Once approved, and depending on the choices you made about your publishing options and restrictions, your Capstone will be distributed to the following platforms for readers and researchers to access: