The Qualitative Review is the highly selective, flagship student research journal of the Society for Qualitative Science. We publish exceptional student research in the social sciences and humanities, providing an accessible platform for high school and college scholars to share their work.
Free to Submit & Publish for All
We believe all students should be able to submit their work free of charge, and have an opportunity to publish in a top humanities and social sciences journal.
True Expedited Review
Within two days, our editors will make an initial decision to determine if the paper aligns with our aims and scope. Within two weeks or 10 business days, you will receive a full decision on your manuscript: publish with no revisions, publish with minor revisions, revise and resubmit with minor revisions, or revise and resubmit with major revisions.
Guaranteed Revise & Resubmit
Our innovative policy allows you to receive feedback on your paper and make revisions before a final decision is made. Members of the Society of Qualitative Research will receive extensive feedback with all decisions.
How We Compare to Your Other Publishing Options
Selecting a student journal to publish with can be a tricky process. We have mapped out how The Qualitative Review compares to other top student journals in the field.
Name
The Qualitative Review
Highly Selective
Humanities & Social Science
Initial 2 days; Full 2 weeks
Free to all
Free to all
Yes
The Concord Review
Journal of High School Science
Unclear
Life Sciences & Social Sceinces
2-3 months
$45
$0
Yes
The Schola
20%
Humanities & Social Science
No Guaranteed Response
$250
$0
Yes
Journal of Student Research (High School Edition)
70-80%
Life Sciences
6 months
$300
$0
Yes
Curieux
60-70%
Humanities, Social Science & Life Sciences
4 months
$250
$0
Yes
American Journal of Student Research
60-70%
Humanities, Social Science & Life Sciences
3 months & Requires you to located your reviewers
$180
$0
Yes
International Journal of High School Research
30%
Humanities, Social Science & Life Sciences
3 months & Requires you to located your reviewers
$0
$250
Yes
National High School Journal of Science
Selectivity
5%
70%
Humanities, Social Science & Life Sciences
Life Sciences & Social Sciences
Time
6 months
1-2 months
$0
$250
Yes
STEM Fellowship Journal
Unknown
Focus
Humanities
4-5 months
Cost to Submit
$75
$400
Cost to Publish
$0
$0
Exclusive
Yes
Yes
Submit and Become a Member of the Society for Qualitative Research
Create a free account to access the current issues of The Qualitative Review and submit your manuscript for consideration. If your paper is accepted, publication is free. Please note: free accounts do not include detailed editorial feedback. To receive in-depth comments and improve your chances of acceptance, join the Society for Qualitative Research or purchase one-time feedback.
Join the Society for Qualitative Research to enhance your submissions, strengthen your chances of acceptance, and gain exclusive member privileges. Your membership connects you with a community committed to excellence in student-led qualitative research and ensures you receive the guidance and resources to publish your best work.
Get detailed editorial feedback on your manuscript without becoming a member of the Society for Qualitative Research. This one-time option provides in-depth reviewer comments to help you strengthen your work and improve your chances of acceptance. Feedback includes recommendations for revision if your manuscript is invited to resubmit.