Information about Binding Your Ph.D. Dissertation

The Astronomy Library will bind one copy of Ph.D. dissertations for Astronomy Department dissertators. Single-sided or double-sided copies are fine. Bring them into the Library and we'll take care of it.

If you wish to have other copies of your dissertation bound here are two local sources. This information is valid as of May 27, 2009. Prices may change so please contact these vendors directly. This information is provided only as a guideline.

  • Bob's Copy Shop, (608) 251-2936
    • Expect to pay $58 for the first hardbound copy. Additional copies are available for $55. Price includes name, degree and year on spine. Cheaper bindings are available. Call for details.
  • Grimm Book Bindery, (608) 221-4443
    • Expect to pay $45 for the first hardbound copy. Additional copies are available for $45. Price includes name, degree and year on spine. Call for more information.
  • Staples, 608-271-1821 (Verona Road) or 608-216-0931 (Monona Drive)
    • Expect to pay $11 per hardbound copy but with no printing on the spine. You can pay extra to have a label added to the front cover. Cheaper bindings are available.