Indexing Freshness Alert

Our 2026 tracker has detected a significant fluctuation in this journal's impact metrics over the last 24 months. While still verified, researchers are advised to cross-reference with our Live Indexing Hub for the most recent status updates before submission.

Science

Hybrid Top Tier

About Science

Science is a prominent academic journal specializing in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences. Published by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in US, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is a subscription-based publication identified by ISSN 0036-8075. With a current Impact Factor of 15.703, Science maintains rigorous standards of Peer Review and academic excellence. The journal aims to advance the boundaries of knowledge within its research areas and provides valuable insights for the global scientific community.

Editorial Perspective & Metric Analysis

Based on current metadata, Science maintains a high-tier position in the US academic market. With an impact factor of 15.70, it remains a highly cited venue for researchers in its specific sub-fields.

Submission Tips for Science
  • Budget $10500 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
  • This journal covers Life Sciences, Physical Sciences. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Science Compares
Impact Factor vs Field Avg
-49%
Field avg: 30.73
APC vs Field Avg
+67%
Field avg: $6280

Compared against 8 journals in the same research areas.

ISSN (Print) 0036-8075
ISSN (Online) 1095-9203
Publisher American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
Country United States
Established 1880
APC / Cost $10500 USD
About Science

Science is a prominent academic journal specializing in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences. Published by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in US, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is a subscription-based publication identified by ISSN 0036-8075. With a current impact factor of 15.703, Science maintains rigorous standards of peer review and academic excellence. The journal aims to advance the boundaries of knowledge within its research areas and provides valuable insights for the global scientific community.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Science

The current impact factor of Science is 15.703.

No, Science is not an open access journal.

The Article Processing Charge (APC) for Science is $10500 USD.

Science is published by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
Live Indexing Status
Updated March 2026

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OpenAlex
Unverified
DOAJ
Non-OA
Predatory Check
Clean
Impact Factor
15.703
Current Impact Factor
Historical Trend

The impact factor has declined by 62% over the last 6 years (from 41.000 to 15.703). Researchers should monitor ongoing metrics before submission.

Impact Factors by Year
Year Value Source
2025 15.703 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate)
2024 56.900 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate)
2023 54.055 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate)
2022 63.700 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate)
2021 47.700 Journal Citation Reports (Clarivate)
Research Highlights

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Metadata

Last updated: Mar 15, 2026

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