1. Article Processing Charges (APC)

The International Journal of Community Service (IJCS) applies article processing charges (APC) to cover editorial, production, and online publication costs in an open-access format. The charges are as follows:

1. Submission Fee: Free. No fee is required for manuscript submission.
2. Article Processing Charge (APC): Ranges from $100 to $300, depending on article length and complexity, charged upon acceptance.
3. Fast-Track Review Fee: $150 (Optional). This fee ensures expedited peer review, with results provided within 2-3 weeks.
4. Additional Page Charge: $20 per page for manuscripts exceeding 10 pages.
5. Print Copy (Optional): $50 per copy for authors who request printed journal versions.

2. Payment Policy

• APC is applicable only after the article is accepted for publication.
• Payment must be made via bank transfer or other specified online payment methods.
• Fast-track review fees are non-refundable.

3. Waiver and Discount Policy

IJCS offers discounts or waivers for:

• Authors from low-income countries.
• Students and early-career researchers with financial constraints.
• High-quality manuscripts with significant community impact.

Authors may apply for a waiver by submitting a request with justification during submission. For further inquiries regarding processing charges, please contact the editorial office at [journal email/contact information].