What is it?

• MLA style refers to a specific formatting style created by the Modern Language Association.
• MLA is most commonly used by students and scholars in the humanities and liberal arts when writing papers and citing sources.

How does MLA work?

• MLA Style uses a brief in-text citation and a full citation on a works cited page. 

Where can I find Examples?

• Examples of MLA citations can be found by source in the box to the right on this page or in the print version of the handbook.