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Professional Editing and Formatting

At The Dissertation Coach, our team of seasoned editors and PhD-level academics will ensure your dissertation, thesis, or manuscript is meticulously polished, formatted, and submission ready.

We stand by the quality of our work. If your committee requests revisions related to the editing we performed, we will make those revisions at no extra fee. We are dedicated to ensuring that your edited dissertation meets the expectations of your committee. 

We Offer the Following Editing and Formatting Services:

Dissertation or thesis editing and formatting.

Dissertation or thesis editing and formatting focuses on correcting typos, misspellings, punctuation, grammar, style, syntax, phrasing, transition, flow, and scholarly tone according to academic style guidelines (e.g., APA, MLA, etc.).

Our editors will also format the following elements of your document:

• Margins, page numbers, spacing, and font
• Reference list entries, including crosschecking them with in-text citations *
• Lists of tables and figures
• Table of contents

* Note: This service does not include researching and verifying references for accuracy. Our professional editors flag references and in-text citations that are incomplete or do not match. It is the client’s responsibility to verify references for accuracy.

Rate: $0.044 USD per word (excluding appendices, which are formatted and are not typically edited) Turnaround time ~ 5-7 business days for proposals and 10-14 business days for complete dissertations or theses

Ideal Timeline:

• Allow 10-14 days for editing and formatting
• Allocate 2-7 days to review edits and address comments provided by the editor
• Reserve 4-7 days to work with the editor to correct post-editing revisions (optional)

Developmental Editing

Developmental editing support involves critical analysis of content or organization. 

Professional writers/scholars: We are happy to perform developmental editing for non-student scholars and writers in the early stages of drafting a document for professional publication.

Students: We provided developmental feedback for clients completing a thesis, proposal, or dissertation only as part of our consulting service. If you’d like to learn more about this service, click here to read about our consulting services or schedule a free consultation.

Rate: To be determined after an initial consultation.

Proofreading

Our proofreading service is ideal for those who seek a final check for grammar, punctuation, spelling, and typographical errors. Our editors will meticulously review your document, ensuring that it is error-free and ready for submission.

Professional writers/scholars: We are happy to perform proofreading for scholars in the final stage of the editing process before professional publication. Proofreading occurs after all professional copyediting revisions have been completed and the work is in its final form before publication.

Students: Proofreading for students completing a thesis, proposal, or dissertation occurs as part of the dissertation or thesis editing and formatting process. We do not provide dissertation proofreading as a separate service for students unless we have previously edited their work.

Rate: Estimates provided on a per-job basis.

Turnaround time ~ 3-5 business days

Miscellaneous Editing Services

We offer a variety of assorted editing services including, but not limited to:

• Reference list editing and formatting
• Citation cross-checking
• ProQuest formatting
• Table of Contents assembly
• Table formatting
• Lists of tables and figures assembly

Rate: $90/hr USD

To receive a quote:

Complete the below editing service request form and attach your document as a Word file. Please specify any unique formatting needs in the message box provided. When indicating your deadline, we recommend that you include a 24-48 hour buffer period between the return date and submitting the final doctoral dissertation or thesis to your committee so that you have time to review and address all edits and comments.

We will review your request and issue a quote via email within 24 hours of receiving your editing request. We require full payment in advance or a 25% down payment to reserve time on the calendar for future work. If you are in a rush or have questions, please contact us at [email protected] .

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• Thesis & Dissertation Editing
• Thesis & Dissertation Proofreading
• Thesis & Dissertation Formatting
• Capstones & Proposals
• Complete Prep Editing & Formatting

Our Promise  

The version you receive from us will be completely ready to publish or turn in, and we'll work with you until it's done or refund your payment.  

No Revisions Necessary

After we've completed editing your draft, we'll send a copy of your edited project or proposal back to you with track changes turned on for your review (and to show our work). We don't leave comments for you to address or any marginal notes that you'll need to sort through. When we find an error, we correct it so that you don't have to. Your final draft is here. It's that straightforward .

Our Editing Services

Essay editing services, express essay editing  & proofreading, thesis & dissertation editing & proofreading, thesis &  dissertation formatting services, resumé editing &   admission  essay editing, tips for academic writers, our experience.

Since our founding in 2002, we've prepared (i.e., edited, formatted, and proofread)   tens of thousands of pages of student dissertations for publication in ProQuest and ERIC's databases alone .

Our Rates & Discounts

The rates for our services are set to meet the needs and budgets of graduate and undergraduate students. We've done the math, and our per-page rates are comparable to the hourly rates offered elsewhere, and our prices are slightly lower than those of our competitors' rates per page. You can find our latest discounts posted on our Facebook and LinkedIn pages. 

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Our Competitors

We edit. They proofread (and call it editing).

Other companies use a pool of casual or part-time editors who produce work like the sample we recently requested from another service and re-edited here .

The Editing Process

When you   order editing services   from us, we'll change the grammar and style directly in your draft using Word's track changes function. After we edit your essay or dissertation and return it by email, you can choose to review each of the changes individually or accept them universally. Unlike other services online, we don't leave comments or suggestions for you to review . Instead, we'll return an error-free, print-ready draft .

Natural Intelligence

A thorough academic editing review requires a human eye that remains attentive to your academic writing style, the chapter and context of each correction, and the topic of your thesis, dissertation, or essay. For these reasons, natural intelligence remains, as it has been since our founding in 2002, at the core of our editing service.  Our editing ensures your writing is consistent with your academic field's style requirements and that  Grammarly's multiple errors and awkward suggestions  aren't left in your final draft. 

Our sample here shows the difference between AI editing and our natural intelligence approach. The document is an APA dissertation sent to us with a 99% Grammarly score, but we found—and fixed—hundreds of style and grammar errors.

What You'll Need to Get Started

To place an   order with us , you'll need a Word version of the essay, thesis, or dissertation draft that you'd like us to edit, the total word count of the document, any instructions or guidelines that you'd like us to follow (such as formatting guidelines or comments from a professor or advisor), and a payment method. Feel free to contact us any time with questions today or after we start your draft. We look forward to adding your review of our editing services below.

Book and Manuscript Editing

We also offer a suite of services for academic writers publishing books and journal articles at our sister site,   Off the Grid Editing , where we provide an extensive   line editing service   for authors seeking more extensive revisions for clarity.

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Dissertation Editing and Proofreading Services

Find your perfect dissertation editor.

Select your dissertation editor from our extensive network of professionals, matching their expertise to your unique research needs and academic goals.

How It Works

Have your dissertation edited in three steps.

Explore profiles of experienced dissertation editors.

Send your files and provide any details regarding your dissertation.

Receive your edited dissertation before your due date.

Maximize Your Ph.D. Potential

Refine every aspect of your dissertation.

Starting with the fundamentals, our editors will address spelling, grammar, and syntax. But this is just the beginning. Our focus extends to include comprehensive analysis and insightful feedback aimed at improving the overall clarity and flow of your dissertation. We refine word choice and organization, ensure adherence to academic language and diction, and present your arguments clearly to effectively showcase your research.

Ensuring Adherence to Academic Standards

Rigorous dissertation style guide compliance.

Our dissertation editors are experts in various academic style guides, such as APA, MLA, AMA, and Chicago. We format citations, references, and the overall structure of your dissertation to align with the standards of academic institutions. Our detailed attention to formatting ensures your dissertation meets your institution's specific requirements, presenting your work with the utmost professionalism and academic integrity.

Dissertation Subject Expertise

Discipline experts tailored to your field.

Our platform is comprised of editors with advanced degrees and expertise across various academic disciplines. It is easy to find an editor on ServiceScape who has in-depth knowledge of your research area, ensuring technically accurate and contextually relevant revisions. Our editors' deep understanding of your field's nuances ensures that your dissertation is edited with an eye for both detail and the larger academic context, enhancing its overall impact.

Dissertation Editor Engagement

Seamless collaboration with your editor.

At ServiceScape, we firmly believe that effective communication forms the bedrock of a successful editing relationship. Whether through messages or teleconference call, communicating with your editor ensures that your unique voice, perspective, and academic intentions are thoroughly understood and reflected in your edited dissertation. Through open dialogue, you can clarify your ideas, answer questions, and provide essential context, allowing the editor to accurately fine-tune your work.

Adapting to Your Deadline

Timely delivery of your dissertation.

We recognize the critical role deadlines play in academic research. Our editors are adept at accommodating various timelines, swiftly managing urgent edits as well as handling extended projects. We prioritize delivering your edited dissertation on time while upholding the highest quality standards. Attuned to the demands of academic schedules, our service is crafted for maximum responsiveness and efficiency, guaranteeing the timely receipt of your edited dissertation.

Commitment to Satisfaction

Our dissertation editing guarantee.

At ServiceScape, your satisfaction is our priority. We're committed to delivering exceptional editing that meets your expectations. Our quality-focused approach means that every aspect of your dissertation receives the attention it deserves, from the smallest grammatical detail to the overall argument and presentation. If you're not completely satisfied, we're dedicated to addressing your concerns, ensuring your dissertation is of the highest academic standard.

Our Editor Marketplace

Choose your own dissertation editor.

Rather than being assigned an editor at random, ServiceScape gives you the ability to choose your own dissertation editor from our network of highly qualified professionals.

Many of our dissertation editors:

• Hold Ph.D. or Master's degrees
• Offer decades of rich academic editing experience
• Have hundreds of client ratings and reviews
• Are experts across various academic fields

Ph.D. in History from the University of Virginia

M.A. in English from Lehigh University

M.A. in English from the University of Louisiana

Ph.D. in History from the University of Cambridge

Editor at Georgetown University Press

Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology from Duke University

Writer at PBS

Director of Communications at the Yale Center

Ph.D. in Music History from the University of Chicago

Ph.D. in Political Science from Claremont Graduate University

M.S. in Chemical Engineering from Clemson University

Director at Aetna

Copy Editor at McGraw-Hill Publishing

M.A. in Asian Studies from UC Berkeley

Editor at Elsevier Inc.

Copy Editor at Intergroup Japan

Professor at Marylhurst University

Professor at Cincinnati State University

Senior Editor for Reader's Digest

MBA from Florida Atlantic University

Our Testimonials and Experience

What we bring to the table.

ServiceScape is built on 24 years worth of experience, working on over 344,000 projects with over 99,000 clients. Our dissertation editing and proofreading services are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 309 reviews collected over the last 5 years. Join the thousands of people who have chosen ServiceScape to find the best and brightest talent.

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Your Questions, Answered

At ServiceScape, our dissertation editing services are specifically tailored to elevate your dissertation to the highest academic standards:

• Detailed Language and Grammar Precision: Meticulous attention to language, grammar, and sentence structure for academic excellence.
• Spelling and Punctuation Perfection: Comprehensive correction of spelling errors and punctuation for scholarly accuracy.
• Strict Adherence to Dissertation Style Guides: Conforming to dissertation formatting styles such as APA, MLA, AMA, and CMS, encompassing citations, references, and layout.
• Clarity and Argument Enhancement: Focused improvements on clarity and argumentation to strengthen your dissertation’s impact.
• Coherent Structure and Flow: Organizing content for logical coherence and effective presentation of research.
• Technical Term Accuracy: Ensuring precision in technical terminology and data pertinent to your research area.
• Academic Tone and Style Refinement: Refining the tone and style to match the demands of academic rigor.
• Advanced Vocabulary Optimization: Elevating language use for academic distinction and clarity.
• Conciseness and Redundancy Elimination: Streamlining content for succinctness and focus.
• Consistent Tense Usage: Maintaining tense uniformity throughout the dissertation.
• Specialized Editing for Your Research Field: Editing by experts in your specific area of study.
• Ethical and Neutral Language Review: Upholding standards of ethical and unbiased language.
• Cross-Reference Validation: Accurate formatting of all internal references.
• Indexing and Structuring Assistance: Help with creating comprehensive indexes and organizing content.
• Adherence to Research Ethics: Ensuring compliance with ethical standards in academic writing.
• Reviewer Comment Addressing: Assistance in responding to and incorporating reviewer feedback.
• Content Critique and Enhancement: Offering in-depth feedback for argumentation and evidence improvement.
• Localization of Academic Text: Adapting content for specific cultural or regional academic contexts.

Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring that your dissertation not only meets these academic standards but also stands out for its scholarly excellence and impact.

Our dissertation editing services include rigorous compliance with academic style guide standards, focusing on:

• Comprehensive Formatting Adjustments: Precise formatting of headers, page numbers, margins, line spacing, paragraph indentation, typeface, and font size to align with dissertation guidelines.
• Citation and Reference Standardization: Ensuring citations and references are formatted correctly according to academic styles such as APA, MLA, AMA, and Chicago.
• Tables and Figures Presentation: Proper formatting of tables and figures, including component alignment, labeling, titles, and color usage.
• Abstract and Summary Compliance: Aligning abstracts and summaries with specific style guide criteria regarding length and content.
• Detailed Cross-Referencing: Accurate cross-referencing within the text, including figures, tables, and sections, for coherence and clarity.
• Effective List Organization: Proper structuring of bullet points and numbered lists for readability and impact.
• Title Page and Running Head Precision: Formatting the title page and running head in accordance with style guide specifications.
• Uniform Terminology and Units: Ensuring consistency in terminology and units of measurement throughout your dissertation.
• Inclusive and Unbiased Language: Adhering to guidelines for non-discriminatory and inclusive language in academic writing.

Our dedication to style guide standards ensures that your dissertation is not only professionally presented but also meets the stringent requirements of academic institutions and scholarly writing.

ServiceScape clients have successfully published their research in a wide range of reputable and influential journals across various disciplines. Some of the popular journals where our clients' work has appeared include:

• Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA)
• New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM)
• British Medical Journal (BMJ)
• Journal of Clinical Investigation
• Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS)
• Journal of Biological Chemistry
• American Journal of Psychiatry
• Journal of Neuroscience
• American Economic Review
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• Journal of the American Chemical Society
• Organic Letters
• Environmental Science & Technology
• Journal of Environmental Management
• Journal of Cleaner Production
• Social Science Research

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