Introduction to Music Research

Congratulations on a successful defense! As per MSM tradition, a copy of your dissertation will be held by the Library. As of 2023, we are actively maintaining a digital repository of dissertations in our Digital Collections.

Please use this form to submit your dissertation to us so that it can be properly uploaded and cataloged.

A few things to keep in mind:

• Your dissertation will be indexed and searchable via WorldCat as well as through our catalog
• You can choose the level of access you want for your work:

  • Abstract-only: This is the strictest level of access and will effectively embargo your work. Users will only be able to see your abstract, and will have to contact you directly for viewing permissions.

  • Full-text (MSM community only): Only current MSM students, faculty, and staff will be able to view and download your work. (This is the current default option)

  • Full-text, open access: Anyone with an internet connection will be able to view and download your work.

• We assume you have obtained any and all permissions for use of excerpts of copyrighted works in your dissertation

We encourage you to submit your dissertation to ProQuest Dissertations & Theses!

Create an account through ProQuest ETD Administrator to get started (note: MSM is NOT on the list of partner institutions).

There are two options available for publishing:

• Traditional Publishing -- This option is free to you, and your work will be available for purchase. You are eligible to receive royalties and you retain your copyright. There is an additional $75 fee to register your copyright with the U.S. Copyright office.
• Open Access -- This option costs $95, and your work will be freely available. You will not receive royalties, but you still retain the copyright.

For more information about copyright as it pertains to your dissertation, please see Kenneth D. Crews'  "Copyright Law and Graduate Research: New Media, New Rights, and Your New Dissertation"