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

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

JAMA Reference List Format

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

JAMA Example for a Dissertation or Thesis

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

1. Vasquez E. Reading Practices in the Digital Archive. Doctoral dissertation. State University; 2022. 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 JAMA (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 JAMA requirements.

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model. Editorial guidance and sources in this section were reviewed on 2026-08-14.

CSL style record: jama.csl

Metadata to collect

  • author
  • title
  • degree type (doctoral dissertation or master's thesis)
  • awarding institution
  • year the degree was awarded
  • database or repository name and identifier
  • URL

Common metadata traps

  • State whether the work is published in a database or repository or is unpublished; the formats differ.
  • Use the year the degree was awarded, not the date the file was uploaded.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a dissertation or thesis in JAMA?
To cite a dissertation or thesis in JAMA (current), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the JAMA format for a dissertation or thesis citation?
The JAMA format for a dissertation or thesis is: 1. Vasquez E. Reading Practices in the Digital Archive. Doctoral dissertation. State University; 2022. https://www.example.org/theses/vasquez
What does the in-text citation look like for a dissertation or thesis in JAMA?
In JAMA, the in-text citation for the example above is 1

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