FAQ: What is Turabian Style?

Turabian style, currently in it's 9th edition This link opens in a new window, is a citation protocol developed by Kate L. Turabian. Turabian is very similar to Chicago Style This link opens in a new window but does include some differences. Turabian Style is most often used in the disciplines of:

• Humanities
• Natural Sciences
• Social Sciences

Be sure to check with your professor as to what citation style is required for each assignment!

Turabian Style includes:

• guidelines for formatting, style, grammar and usage
• rules for documenting your sources in-text including the bibliography style and the author date style
• guidelines for a Bibliography or Reference List at the end of your paper

More Information

• Turabian Student Paper-Formatting Tip Sheets This link opens in a new window (Chicago Manual of Style)

Further Help

This information is intended to be a guideline, not expert advice. Please be sure to speak to your professor about the appropriate way to cite sources in your class assignments and projects.

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