APA 7th Edition Student Title Page Format
APA 7th Edition Student Title Page Requirements
An apa 7th edition student title page must include the paper title, author name, affiliation, course name and number, instructor name, and due date. Unlike professional papers, student versions do not require a running head. All text should be double-spaced and centered on the upper half of the page.
Required Elements and Formatting
| Element | Formatting Rule |
|---|---|
| Page Number | Flush right in the header, starting with 1 |
| Paper Title | Bold, Title Case, centered, 3-4 lines from top |
| Author Name | Centered, one double-spaced line below title |
| Affiliation | Department and University name, centered |
| Course | Course number and name (e.g., PSY 101: Intro to Psychology) |
| Instructor | Instructor's name with honorifics (e.g., Dr. Jane Doe) |
| Due Date | Month, Day, Year (e.g., October 12, 2024) |
Visual Structure and Spacing
To correctly format the page, follow these specific vertical spacing rules:
- Header: Place the page number 1 in the top right corner.
- Title: Move down 3 to 4 double-spaced lines from the top of the page. Type the title in bold and title case.
- Author: Add one blank double-spaced line after the title, then type your name.
- Affiliation: On the next line, list your department and school.
- Course: On the next line, list the course code and name.
- Instructor: On the next line, list the instructor's name.
- Date: On the final line, list the assignment due date.
Example Student Title Page
1 **The Impact of Social Media on Adolescent Mental Health** Jordan A. Smith Department of Psychology, University of Michigan PSY 240: Developmental Psychology Dr. Sarah Jenkins November 15, 2024
Formatting Tip
Always use the 'Paragraph' settings in your word processor to set line spacing to exactly 2.0 and ensure 'Spacing Before' and 'After' are both set to 0 points to avoid hidden gaps between your title page elements.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the APA 7th edition removed the running head requirement for student papers unless specifically requested by an instructor. You only need to include the page number in the top right corner.
APA 7th edition allows several accessible fonts including 11 point Calibri, 11 point Arial, or 12 point Times New Roman. The font must be consistent throughout the entire paper, including the title page.
You should insert one extra double-spaced blank line between the paper title and the author's name. This provides clear visual separation between the title and the institutional affiliation details.
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