Journal of Semitic Studies Citation Rate 2026
0022-4480
eISSN 1477-8556
Oxford University Press
GB
Q4 Quartile
About Journal of Semitic Studies
Journal of Semitic Studies (JSS) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering African history and culture analysis and Archaeology and Historical Studies, published by Oxford University Press in GB, catalogued under ISSN 0022-4480 (e-ISSN 1477-8556). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.19 (Q4 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model (APC ~$3167 USD).
Journal of Semitic Studies Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Journal of Semitic Studies has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.19, placing it in the Q4 quartile within the African history and culture analysis research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
Journal of Semitic Studies operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Journal of Semitic Studies should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Journal of Semitic Studies against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Journal of Semitic Studies
- Budget $3167 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers African history and culture analysis, Archaeology and Historical Studies, Biblical Studies and Interpretation. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
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| ISSN (Print) | 0022-4480 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1477-8556 |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| APC / Cost | $3167 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Journal of Semitic Studies is published by Oxford University Press and based in United Kingdom. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 3167.
In our subject taxonomy, Journal of Semitic Studies is classified under African history and culture analysis, Archaeology and Historical Studies, Biblical Studies and Interpretation and Historical and Linguistic Studies.
Journal of Semitic Studies is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
Its most recent citation rate stands at 0.186.
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Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.186 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
OpenAlex ID: S1709330
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