Frequently Asked Questions

Your paper's margins should be 1" on all sides, you should have your last name and the page number in the upper right-hand corner, and it should be double spaced.

There are several ways to get assistance with formatting your paper:

• The latest edition (9th) of the MLA Handbook is on reserve at the circulation desk 
• You can also view an MLA Sample paper through Purdue's Online Writing Lab (OWL)
• You can find more general guidelines on OWL MLA guide
• Contact a librarian for more assistance