Article Processing Charges

Article Processing Charges (APC)

The Journal of Social Policy and Practice (JSPP) uses an Article Processing Charge (APC) to facilitate the publication and open distribution of accepted research. As an open access journal, all articles are freely available to readers worldwide. The APC supports the editorial and production services required to maintain high publication quality.

APC Details

Amount: 500 USD

When Charged: Only after successful peer review and final acceptance

Submission/Review Fees: None

What the APC Supports

  • Peer review and editorial coordination
  • Copyediting and formatting
  • Platform maintenance and online hosting
  • DOI assignment
  • Long-term preservation and indexing

Key Points for Authors

  • Editorial decisions are completely independent of APC payments
  • APCs may be covered by institutional or grant funding
  • Open access enhances visibility, accessibility, and research impact

This transparent APC policy enables JSPP to maintain high publication standards while ensuring free and universal access to scholarly literature. It supports both the dissemination of knowledge and the sustainability of quality publishing practices.