Waiver Eligibility

The Journal of STEM Research offers fee waivers for authors who are unable to pay the article processing charges (APCs) due to financial constraints. Waiver eligibility is determined on a case-by-case basis, and authors must submit a formal request detailing their financial situation at the time of submission. Priority for waivers is typically given to authors from low- and middle-income countries, as well as early-career researchers or those facing significant financial hardship. All waiver requests are reviewed by the editorial board, and applicants will be notified of the decision prior to manuscript acceptance. The journal strives to ensure that financial barriers do not hinder the dissemination of high-quality research.