Checklist for Style and Format - Degree Plan Rationale
| Elements of the Rationale Essay | YES | PARTLY | NO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Your rationale is well organized and carefully structured. | |||
| Your rationale has been edited and proofread for grammar, spelling and capitalization. | |||
| Your degree program rationale is properly formatted: | xxx | xxx | xxx |
| - 12 pt. font with a standard font | |||
| - standard margins | |||
| - double spaced | |||
| - pages numbered with your last name on every page | |||
| - is in narrative form, limited lists or bullets | |||
| Your essay’s first page header includes: | xxx | xxx | xxx |
| - student name and ID number | |||
| - mentor name | |||
| - degree, concentration and registered area of study | |||
| - date | |||
| You have used the Degree Program Style Guide to: | xxx | xxx | xxx |
| - Use appropriate capitalizations. | |||
| - Use correct titles for institutions and studies. |
The Degree Program Style Guide will assist you in developing a rationale essay which meets the style and format expectations. Also see the Rationale Essay Content Checklist.