University Libraries: How to Cite Resources: APSA Style

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Who Uses APSA style?

APSA (American Political Science Association) style is most often used by students (and scholars) in Political Science. If you aren't sure which citation style to use, be sure to ask your Professor which style they prefer for assignments in their class.

Style Manual for Political Science
ISBN: 1878147625
The American Political Science Association provides free online access to their official APSA handbook as a pdf file you can download from their website.

APSA Formatting Example Sites

Citesource: APSA
Provides examples for citing different formats in APSA style, including books, ebooks, journal articles, congressional hearings, and social media postings.

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