Dissertations at the UT Libraries
How Do I Find a UTK Dissertation?
Dissertations and theses are listed in the Libraries' catalog by Author and by Title. To find disserations by department, enter the department name and the word, theses, e.g. Nursing Theses.
How Do I Obtain a Copy of a Dissertation or Thesis?
UTK Theses & Dissertations available electronically are linked in the Libraries Catalog. Print-only theses and dissertations will be digitized on request at no charge (for anyone, including individuals not affiliated with UTK).
UTK faculty, staff, and students may obtain non-UTK dissertations/theses by
- Searching the ProQuest Dissertations & Theses database for full-text, or
- Submiting a request to Interlibrary Services which can often borrow a copy

Notes
- Beginning in 2006, dissertations and theses are electronic, only
- For UTK dissertations completed 1997 to 2006/07, electronic full-text is available via ProQuest

