Finding Dissertations and Theses
If you're looking for dissertations and theses on a specific topic, or if you're looking for a specific title or author, the best place to start is ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global.
If you're looking for USF theses, see the next section below.
The word "dissertation" usually refers to doctoral-level works, whereas the word "thesis," in this context, is a more general term that would include master's-level works as well as dissertations.
- ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global
The most comprehensive collection of dissertations and theses from around the world, offering millions of works from thousands of universities. Full-text coverage spans from 1743 to the present, with citation coverage dating back to 1637.
USF Dissertations & Theses
Gleeson Library has copies of most USF dissertations and theses in print or online, and sometimes both. All theses produced since 2011 are available online only.
Browse USF Theses by Date or Program
- Scholarship Repository: Browse by Date
The Scholarship Repository holds the most recent USF dissertations and theses currently available online. - Scholarship Repository: Browse by ProgramBrowse recent dissertations and theses by program in the Scholarship Repository.
Search USF Theses by Keyword or Topic
Copy and paste the following search into the library catalog below, and add your own keywords at the end: (thesis or theses) "university of san francisco" your keywords here
Example: (thesis or theses) "university of san francisco" cultural identity
- Ignacio: Library Catalog
The library catalog has the most comprehensive list of USF theses, in print and online (but not the most recent from the Scholarship Repository).
Print copies of USF theses with call numbers beginning "LD4881" are shelved on the lower level of the library.