International Journal of Comparative Sociology
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60 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The International Journal of Comparative Sociology was established in 1960 to publish the highest quality peer reviewed research that is both international in scope and comparative in method. The journal draws articles from sociologists worldwide and encourages competing perspectives. IJCS recognizes that many significant research questions are inherently interdisciplinary, and therefore welcomes work from scholars in related disciplines, including political science, geography, economics, anthropology, and business sciences. The journal is published six times a year, including special issues on topics of special interest to the international social science community.
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SOCIOLOGY
SOCIOLOGY
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisInternational Journal of Comparative Sociology (ISSN: 0020-7152) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of SOCIOLOGY, published by SAGE in United States. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 1.80, ranking in quartile Q2 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.606 (Q1), an H-index of 60.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 21 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,071 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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