APA Abstract: Format and Writing Guide

How to write an APA abstract with format guidelines.

An APA abstract is a 150–250 word summary on its own page. Label it Abstract (centered, bold) with no indent on first paragraph.

APA 7th Edition Format

Page 2. Heading: Abstract (bold, centered). 150–250 words. Keywords on next line.

Example Citation

Abstract This study examines... Keywords: psychology, memory, learning

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