WorldCatDissertations - A database of all dissertations and theses available in WorldCat. You can get to the database by logging into the Research Database WorldCat and selecting the Databases tab -- it's the last database on the list. (Citations only--includes dissertations that have been cataloged into participating libraries' catalogs.)
PsycINFO - A dissertation filter is available on the results list. Do your search first, then locate the dissertation icon. (citations and abstracts)
DATRIX® Direct Dissertations and Theses - An individualized search service for those who lack library access to the ProQuest Dissertations & Theses database online or on CD-ROM. DATRIX searches are free of charge. The results are sent by first-class mail and typically arrive within two weeks of the receipt of your search request. You'll receive a printout of the relevant citations, complete with ordering information. From UMI/ProQuest.
Dissertation Express - Students, faculty, staff and researchers can now order their own unbound copies of dissertations and theses with express delivery to their home, school or office. Select from over one million titles available from UMI/ProQuest. $$$$
Theological Research Exchange Network (TREN) - The Theological Research Exchange Network (TREN) is a library of over 10,000 theological thesis/dissertation titles representing research from as many as 70 different institutions. TREN also makes available conference papers presented at annual meetings of several academic societies. Very clunky searching but, hey, it's free. Also citations only, but you can buy the print, CDROM or fiche. $
Research in Ministry (RIM®) Online (ATLA) - RIM® Online is a freely available database that indexes DMin and DMiss projects from reporting schools of theology accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada. Indexing began in 1981. Author, title, project advisor, institution, and subject access are provided. In addition, an abstract for each project is included when one has been provided by the author.
