This section walks you through the entire submission process—from logging into Vireo to successfully submitting your thesis, dissertation, or capstone project.
Visit the Vireo Submission Portal
Log In Using Your University Credentials
Click “Log In” and complete the Shibboleth Single Sign-On using your university NetID and password.
Faculty advisors and supervisors will also use this method to access submissions for review.
Choose Your Action from the Dashboard
Submit a New Submission: Start a new thesis, dissertation, or capstone submission.
Manage/View Your Submission: Continue working on a saved submission or check the status of a submission already in progress or under review.
Tip: You can save your work at any time and return later to complete your submission.
Choose Your Organization: Texas State University
Select Your College:
Graduate College
Honors College
If you select Graduate College, select from the 5 available degree programs:
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Master of Arts (M.A.)
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)
Master of Science (M.S.)
Note: This selection of degree program is only for Graduate College theses and dissertations. It is important to select the correct option. If you are unsure, check with your advisor or contact the Graduate College.
Enter Your Personal Information (as the submitter)- As it appears on title page. Fields with an asterisk (*) are required.
First Name*
Middle Name
Last Name*
ORCID (orcid.org)
Select your College*
Select your Department*
Select your Major*
Permanent Email* (Note: This should be one that is not your university email; Only used to contact you if needed after graduation)
License Agreement
Review and agree to the Nonexclusive Distribution License
ProQuest UMI License (Graduate College Dissertations Only)
Review and agree to the ProQuest UMI License
Document Information
Provide complete and accurate information:
Title* (Use Title Case; avoid ALL CAPS)
Graduation Semester* (semester in which your degree will be conferred)
Defense Date (Graduate College theses or dissertation)
Submission Type*
Graduate College: Thesis
Graduate College: Dissertation
Honors College: Capstone
Abstract (250–500 words; will be publicly visible even under embargo)
Keywords* (Separated by commas for better discoverability)
Language*
Committee Chair or Capstone Supervisor
Primary Contact Chair or Supervisor email
Committee Members or Second Readers
Degree Information (Program, Department, Graduation Term)
Select Embargo and Access Options*
Upload Your Document*
Upload your final document as a PDF.
If you have supplementary files (e.g., datasets, appendices, multimedia), upload them following the system prompts.
Ensure files meet naming and size requirements.
You will be prompted to review your information entered prior to submitting.