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How to Cite a Journal Article in ASA (7th edition)

Learn how to cite peer-reviewed and academic journal articles in ASA format (7th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

ASA Reference List Format

Here is the standard ASA format for citing a journal article in your reference list:

ASA Example for a Journal Article

A complete ASA reference for a journal article, formatted by the official ASA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Rivera, Maria, and David Chen. 2021. “The Mapping of Meaning: A Study of Citation Practice.” Journal of Scholarly Communication 12(3):145–62. doi:10.1000/jsc.2021.145.

Matching in-text citation: (Rivera and Chen 2021)

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your journal article.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the ASA (7th edition) 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 ASA requirements.

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