How to Cite Wikipedia in AMA (11th edition)
Learn how to cite Wikipedia articles and wiki entries in AMA format (11th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.
AMA Reference List Format
Here is the standard AMA format for citing Wikipedia in your reference list:
Title of article. Wikipedia. Updated Month Day, Year. Accessed Month Day, Year. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_of_article
AMA Example for Wikipedia
A complete AMA reference for Wikipedia, formatted by the official AMA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:
1. Citation. In: Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation; 2024. Accessed January 10, 2026. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Citation&oldid=1234567890
Matching in-text citation: 1
AMA In-Text Citation
Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:
Parenthetical
1
Narrative
The article1 states...
Key AMA Formatting Rules
- Omit the author and give the article title, then Wikipedia as the site name.
- Provide an 'Updated' date and an 'Accessed' date.
- End with the URL.
- References are numbered in order of appearance in the text.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your Wikipedia.
- Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the AMA (11th edition) template shown above.
- Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
- Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
- Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match AMA requirements.
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