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(Required, must be first, not numbered).

An abstract should summarize the thesis’s central hypothesis, methodology,
findings, and conclusions so that readers can determine if they wish to read the

entire text. An abstract should not exceed 350 words, and ProQuest editors

typically shorten those that do. The abstract should be as explicit as possible about
major findings.
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Title Page

(Required, must follow Abstract, not numbered, but considered page Roman
numeral “i”). Your title should include words that identify unique or special

aspects of your research and that distinguish it from other studies.
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A clear title encourages others to want to read the research. Clear titling is also

important for indexing and research purposes. Avoid the use of a title that is cute
but not clear. Clarity and precision are critical elements of your thesis. Make

sure that the title is exactly the same on the Abstract, Title Page, Approval Page,
and ProQuest agreement form.
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The Title Page must include the following information:
• The full title of your/thesis (just as it appears on your Abstract page),

• Your name as it appears in university records,
• A standardized degree statement as given below,

• The month and year of degree conferment

• Bowie State University as your degree granting institution
Standard Degree Statement:

A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the
Degree Master of Arts in English
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Approval Page

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