Library Guides: Citation: How to Cite Your Sources: Citation Styles

There are different ways to cite your sources. The style you use usually depends on the academic discipline in which you are engaged. Consult with your instructor to make sure that you use the most appropriate style.

APA (American Psychological Association)
Used in psychology, education, and other social sciences.
APSA (American Political Science Association)
A modification of Chicago for political scientists.
ASA (American Sociological Association)
Intended for authors preparing to publish in ASA journals.
Chicago (University of Chicago Press)
Used in history, business, and some of the fine arts.
CSE (Council of Science Editors)
Used in biology and medicine.
Harvard Referencing Format
Formerly AGPS style (Australian Government Publishing Service style).
MLA (Modern Language Association)
Used in literature, arts, and humanities.
Turabian (University of Chicago Press)
Used in history, business, and some of the fine arts.