# Preparing to Graduate

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## Formatting your Dissertation/Thesis

The final version of the dissertation/thesis must conform to procedures outlined in the "Preparation and Submission Manual for Doctoral Dissertations and Master's Theses"

[View Manual](https://grad.ucsd.edu/_files/academics/formattingmanual.pdf)

## Attend a Formatting Webinar

The next Dissertation/Thesis Submission & Formatting Webinar is on Tuesday, April 14 at 10:00am (PT)

Unable to attend the next Webinar? Click [here to view the slide deck or a pre-recorded version](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/preparing-to-graduate/dissertation-thesis-submission.html#Dissertation/Thesis-Submission-).

[Register Now](https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ap9i9Gs4HUIFs-AZcoxjLQduoQ6iW5U0uISoF6p2BFq22anbXwOq~AuteQR0nZBaN-Tuw_91wb0gTES_OaDZOHVJEFg1BnReaPVwem9Ol-RAEMw)

## Dissertation/Thesis Appointments

Preliminary and final dissertation/thesis appointments are no longer required. Please see the [Dissertation & Thesis Submission](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/preparing-to-graduate/dissertation-thesis-submission.html) page for information on how to file for the degree.

## Permission Letter Submission Form

Students must submit permission letters from all co-authors, if the dissertation/thesis will use material which has been submitted for publication or has been published. Letters must be submitted to GEPA via the online form.

[Submit Letters Here](https://ucsd.kualibuild.com/app/builder/#/app/62a20430f45d29708a9b2143/run)

## Commencement

Students on track to fulfill all degree requirements should register for commencement ceremonies and order their cap and gown upon registration. Details about each ceremony can be found at the link below.

[Learn more](https://grad.ucsd.edu/student-life/events/commencement/index.html)

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## [Academics](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/index.html)

- [Progress to Degree](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/progress-to-degree/index.html)
- [Enrolling at UC San Diego](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/enrolling/index.html)
- Preparing to Graduate
  - [Degree Completion](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/preparing-to-graduate/degree-completion.html)
  - [Dissertation & Thesis Submission](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/preparing-to-graduate/dissertation-thesis-submission.html)
  - [Dissertation & Thesis Manual](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/preparing-to-graduate/dissertation-thesis-manual.html)
  - [Dissertation & Thesis Template](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/preparing-to-graduate/dissertation-thesis-template.html)
- [Policies & Procedures](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/policies-procedures/index.html)
- [Student Academic FAQ](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/student-faq/index.html)
- [Merkin Graduate Fellows Program](https://grad.ucsd.edu/academics/merkin/index.html)