Waiver-Eligibility

The "Advance Social Science Archive Journal" (ASSAJ) recognizes the financial constraints faced by some researchers, particularly those from developing countries or working in underfunded fields. To support accessibility and encourage diverse contributions, ASSAJ offers waivers on publication fees for eligible authors. This policy outlines the criteria for determining waiver eligibility.

1. Eligibility Categories:

The following categories of authors may be eligible for a waiver on publication fees:

2. Application Process:

Authors requesting a waiver should submit a written request alongside their manuscript. The request should include:

3. Evaluation Criteria:

The ASSAJ editorial board will evaluate waiver requests based on the following criteria:

4. Notification and Appeal Process:

Applicants will be notified of the decision regarding their waiver request within two weeks of submitting their manuscript.

If a request is denied, the applicant may appeal the decision by submitting a written explanation to the editorial board within one week of receiving the notification. The board will review the appeal and issue a final decision.

5. Ethical Considerations:

ASSAJ is committed to fair and unbiased evaluation of manuscripts and waiver requests. Decisions will be based solely on the academic merit of the research and the applicant's eligibility, without regard to race, gender, nationality, or any other personal factors.

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