Quarterly Journal of Political Science

metrics 2024

Navigating the Landscape of Political Thought

Introduction

Quarterly Journal of Political Science is a leading publication in the fields of Political Science and International Relations, published by NOW PUBLISHERS INC since 2006. With its ISSN 1554-0626 and E-ISSN 1554-0634, the journal is recognized for fostering rigorous scholarly discourse and innovative research contributing to various dimensions of political science and sociology. Holding notable Q1 rankings in both Political Science and International Relations, as well as in Sociology and Political Science, it reflects an impressive impact in the academic community, evidenced by its Scopus rank placing it in the top 82nd and 77th percentiles, respectively. The journal's rigorous peer-review process and commitment to high-quality research make it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students eager to engage with cutting-edge political analysis and theory. Although it does not have open access options at this time, the Quarterly Journal of Political Science remains a pivotal platform for disseminating influential ideas and advancing scholarly dialogue in politically charged landscapes.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.03
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.30
H-Index44
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.35
Influence2.33
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life9.00
Citing Half Life12.40
JCI0.95
Total Documents254
WOS Total Citations858
SCIMAGO Total Citations1397
SCIMAGO SELF Citations35
Scopus Journal Rank2.03
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.58
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.30
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.31

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #125/706
Percentile 82.29
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #335/1466
Percentile 77.15
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 133/317
Percentile 58.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 104/317
Percentile 67.19
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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