Starting off with a properly formatted Title Page is the perfect way to kick off a strong paper.
In APA 7 student papers, a title page organizes key details about the student and class in a simple layout so instructors can see the basic information at a glance. The steps below show what to include and how to format each part.
This article covers student title pages. Professional papers use a running head and have different elements on the page itself. Remember: your instructor's rules always come first.
What This Article Covers
- The seven required elements of a student title page
- Formatting rules for each line
- Header and page number
- An example for quick reference
Required Elements
These elements are placed in the top half of the title page (usually starting on the 3rd or 4th double-spaced line) & center aligned. Only place one item on each line.
- Paper title – bold and in Title Case (capitalize all major words and the first word of the title & subtitle; keep your title concise & clear).
- Empty Line – don't forget the empty double-spaced line between the title and the other elements on the page
- Author name – first name, middle initial, last name. Omit degrees and titles. Include suffixes (e.g., Jr., III) if used.
- School or institution – provide the full name of your institution (or whatever your professor requests).
- Course – prefix and course title (e.g., PSY 101: Introduction to Psychology).
- Instructor name – written as the instructor requests (e.g., Dr., Professor).
- Due date – Month Day, Year (e.g., April 5, 2025).
Header and page number
Place the page number in the header, top-right, using the same font as the paper. There is no running head for student papers in APA 7.
Tip: On the first body page, repeat the paper title on the first line – bold and centered – then begin the opening paragraph.
Example Layout
Quick Checklist
▢ Title is bold, concise, and in Title Case
▢ All six items are centered in the top half of the page
▢ Name uses initials; no degrees or titles
▢ Course line shows prefix and title
▢ Instructor format matches preference
▢ Due date is Month Day, Year
▢ Page number is top-right in the header
With PERRLA
PERRLA builds the title page automatically. A short form collects the six items, then the title page appears with correct order, bold title, spacing, and the page number in place.
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Note for instructors & students: This article targets APA 7 student papers; professional paper requirements may differ.