International Review of Victimology

metrics 2024

Connecting academia with real-world victimization challenges.

Introduction

The International Review of Victimology, published by SAGE Publications Ltd, is a leading peer-reviewed journal at the forefront of victimology research since its inception in 1990. With an ISSN of 0269-7580 and E-ISSN of 2047-9433, this esteemed journal provides a critical platform for researchers and practitioners working in the fields of Law, Sociology, and Political Science, boasting impressive category rankings as evident by its Q1 status in both 2023 categories. With a Scopus rank placing it in the top 15% for Law and 26% for Sociology and Political Science, the journal serves as an essential resource for academics and policymakers alike, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and promoting awareness around issues of victimization. Although currently not an open-access publication, the journal is dedicated to advancing the academic discourse of victim-related research, offering valuable insights that inform practice and policy. As it converges on key issues impacting victims globally, the International Review of Victimology remains imperative for those committed to understanding and addressing the complexities surrounding victimization.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.58
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.80
H-Index33
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.12
Influence0.57
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life8.90
Citing Half Life10.50
JCI0.88
Total Documents404
WOS Total Citations608
SCIMAGO Total Citations1025
SCIMAGO SELF Citations88
Scopus Journal Rank0.58
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.17
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.61
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.45

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Law in Social Sciences
Rank #136/1025
Percentile 86.73
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #380/1466
Percentile 74.08
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

CRIMINOLOGY & PENOLOGY
Rank 46/113
Percentile 59.70
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

CRIMINOLOGY & PENOLOGY
Rank 46/113
Percentile 59.29
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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