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How to Cite a Dissertation or Thesis in ACM (current)

Learn how to cite doctoral dissertations and master's theses in ACM format (current). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

ACM Reference List Format

Here is the standard ACM format for citing a dissertation or thesis in your reference list:

ACM Example for a Dissertation or Thesis

A complete ACM reference for a dissertation or thesis, formatted by the official ACM CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

[1] Elena Vasquez. 2022. Reading practices in the digital archive. Doctoral dissertation. State University. Retrieved from https://www.example.org/theses/vasquez

Matching in-text citation: [1]

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your dissertation or thesis.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the ACM (current) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match ACM requirements.

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