Once your revisions are complete, it’s time to format your essay — or arrange the way it is presented.

The first rule to writing in College Essay format is simple: ask your professor. He or she may prefer a special format.

If they say “Use MLA” or “Use APA,” follow the instructions below.

MLA Format Essay

Title page: Usually no — check with professor
Margins: 1 inch all around
Font: Usually Times Roman, 11 to 12 point
Heading: Yes — follow illustration below
Page number: Yes — upper left hand, with last name.

Instructions on automatically setting up this information using Microsoft Word.

First, second and Works Cited page of MLA formatted essay.

MLA Format Page 1
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MLA Format Page 2
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MLA Format Work Cited
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APA Format

Title page: Usually yes — check with professor
Margins: 1 inch all around
Font: Usually Times Roman, 11 to 12 point
Heading: Yes — follow illustration below
Page number: Yes — upper left hand, with last name.

Instructions on automatically setting up this information using Microsoft Word.

First, second and Works Cited page of APA formatted essay.

APA Format Page 1
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APA Format Page 2
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APA Format Page 3
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