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Article Processing Fee Policy for Oscar Publishing Services

1. Introduction

Oscar Publishing Services is committed to maintaining high-quality standards in the publication of scholarly work. To support our open access publishing model and cover the costs associated with the publication process, we charge an Article Processing Charge (APC) 200 USD for each accepted manuscript.

2. Article Processing Charges (APC)

2.1 Standard APC:

  • The standard APC for publishing an article with Oscar Publishing Services is $200. This fee applies to all articles upon acceptance after peer review and covers the costs of editorial processing, peer review management, typesetting, proofreading, and online hosting.

2.2 Discounts and Waivers:

  • Low-Income and Lower-Middle-Income Countries: Authors from countries classified by the World Bank as low-income or lower-middle-income may be eligible for discounts or full waivers. Please refer to our website for a current list of eligible countries.
  • Special Cases: Authors facing financial hardship may apply for a partial or full waiver. Waivers are granted on a case-by-case basis and are at the discretion of the editorial board.

2.3 Membership Programs:

  • Institutional Membership: Universities and research institutions can become members of Oscar Publishing Services. Membership offers reduced APCs for their affiliated authors. Contact us for more details on institutional membership programs.
  • Frequent Author Discounts: Returning authors who have previously published with us may be eligible for discounts on subsequent submissions. Contact the editorial office for more information.

3. Inclusions and Exclusions

3.1 Included Services:

  • Editorial Review and Peer Review: Comprehensive management of the peer review process.
  • Typesetting and Formatting: Professional typesetting, formatting, and conversion to PDF and HTML formats.
  • Proofreading: Detailed proofreading to ensure the accuracy and clarity of the text.
  • Online Hosting: Hosting of the article on our website, ensuring global accessibility.
  • Indexing and Archiving: Inclusion in major academic databases and long-term digital archiving.

3.2 Additional Services:

  • Language Editing: Authors who require English language editing services may avail themselves of our optional language editing service for an additional fee. Contact us for rates and details.

4. Payment Process

4.1 Payment Timeline:

  • Authors are required to pay the APC upon acceptance of their manuscript. The payment process will be initiated once the manuscript has successfully passed peer review and is accepted for publication.

4.2 Payment Methods:

  • APCs can be paid via credit card, bank transfer, Pyapal, Wise Transfer, Western Union or other payment methods as specified on our website. Detailed payment instructions will be provided upon acceptance of the manuscript.

4.3 Invoicing:

  • An invoice will be issued to the corresponding author or the designated payer, including the payment due date and details. Prompt payment is required to avoid delays in publication.

5. Refund Policy

5.1 Refund Eligibility:

  • APCs are generally non-refundable. However, in cases where an error has occurred on the part of Oscar Publishing Services, or if the article is withdrawn due to editorial reasons before publication, a refund may be considered.

6. Contact Information

For any queries regarding the APC, discounts, waivers, or payment methods, please contact:

Oscar Publishing Services
Email: editor@theusajournals.com
Website: https://www.theusajournals.com