South Central Review

metrics 2024

Illuminating Innovations in Cultural Discourse

Introduction

South Central Review, a distinguished academic journal published by Johns Hopkins University Press, serves as a vital platform for scholarly discourse in the fields of cultural studies, literature and literary theory, philosophy, and the visual and performing arts. With an ISSN of 0743-6831 and an E-ISSN of 1549-3377, this journal is dedicated to highlighting innovative research and critical analyses that explore the complexities of Southern culture and its broader implications. Although it operates without an open access option, the journal is recognized for its rigorous peer-review process and contributions to contemporary academic dialogue, holding Q3 and Q4 rankings across several disciplines as of 2023. The convergence of ideas and perspectives from diverse academic backgrounds positions the South Central Review as an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to deepen their understanding of the cultural narratives shaping our world today.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.10
Journal Impact Factor0.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.20
H-Index7
Journal IF Without Self0.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.02
Influence0.11
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life14.00
Citing Half Life19.90
JCI0.12
Total Documents306
WOS Total Citations103
SCIMAGO Total Citations76
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2
Scopus Journal Rank0.10
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.09
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.12
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.27

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Literature and Literary Theory in Arts and Humanities
Rank #794/1106
Percentile 28.21
Quartile Q3
Visual Arts and Performing Arts in Arts and Humanities
Rank #504/667
Percentile 24.44
Quartile Q4
Cultural Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #1134/1304
Percentile 13.04
Quartile Q4
Philosophy in Arts and Humanities
Rank #704/806
Percentile 12.66
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

HUMANITIES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 317/406
Percentile 21.92
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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