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How long does PhD proofreading take?

How long to proofread a PhD?

The journey towards PhD is not only thrilling but also very challenging, so as a finale it’s only natural to make sure that your years of hard work won’t go to waste. This is where PhD proofreading is crucial, ensuring a polished thesis before submission. But how long does PhD proofreading take?

Standard PhD Proofreading Return Times

The standard return time for the PhD proofreading will depend on the actual word count of the document, and this excludes the weekends. Please see the variances below.

30,001 to 40,000 words40,001 to 50,000 words50,001 to 70,000 words70,001 to 80,000 words80,001 to 90,000 words90,001 to 100,000 words
7 working days8 working days9 working days10 working days12 working days12 working days

Note

  • If you order before 9 am UK time, we count from the same day. If you order on a Monday, we start counting from the same day.
  • If you order after 9 am UK time, we count from the next working day. If you order on a Monday, we start counting from Tuesday.

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PhD Proofreading Express Return Times

For urgent deadlines, we also offer an express service. Please let us know the word count, the day that you will potentially send the document to us, and when you need the document back. The cost will be higher than the standard service. You may get a quote here or email info@londonproofreaders.co.uk

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Excellent journal article editing

Much more affordable than other companies. I sent my article on Friday afternoon and thought I’d get my work back after two business days. So I was surprised to get my proofread document back by the Monday. My writing now reads more fluently. I highly recommend this proofreading service. Mohamed, Indonesia

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I’m absolutely delighted with the proofreading of my PhD thesis. The attention to detail, clear suggestions, and care taken with academic tone and flow were outstanding. Every chapter read cleaner and more coherent, with inconsistencies, minor errors, and awkward phrasing expertly resolved while preserving my voice. Turnaround was prompt, communication was professional, and the feedback was precise and actionable.  Charlotte, UK

Very satisfied

This is my second time using London Proofreaders; they have done an amazing job yet again. Several mistakes which were initially overlooked by me were pointed out through the service. Anushka, UK

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Needed my manuscript refined in time for the Christmas deadline, so I opted for the expedited service. London Proofreaders delivered the improved version within just three days—impressive speed!

What stood out was the thoroughness of their work. The proofreader genuinely engaged with my manuscript, understood the context, and provided insightful recommendations that enhanced clarity and readability. Their attention to detail made a real difference.

Highly satisfied with the experience—I’ll definitely be returning for my next project! Amanti, Malaysia