Starting a New Journal or Transitioning an Existing One
STAR Scholars welcomes two pathways for partnership:
1. Launching a New Journal
We invite individuals, academic societies, institutions, or research groups with a compelling vision to submit proposals for new journal launches. These journals may address emerging areas of scholarship, interdisciplinary intersections, or underserved academic communities. We provide full support—from editorial system setup to design, indexing, and marketing—to build the journal from the ground up.
2. Transferring an Existing Journal to STAR Scholars
We also invite editors or institutions who currently publish a journal and are seeking:
- A new open-access home,
- Stronger international visibility,
- Greater editorial autonomy,
- Or a collaborative global platform,
to consider transitioning their existing journal to STAR Scholars. Whether your journal is currently housed at a university, published independently, or seeking a relaunch, we are equipped to provide a seamless migration process.
Benefits include:
- Hosting on our Open Journal Systems platform
- Retention of your editorial board and vision
- Access to a global readership and contributor base
- DOI and indexing management
- Custom design and layout services
- Professional development for your editorial team
To discuss journal transfer opportunities, please contact us at publications@starscholars.org with the subject line: “Journal Publication Inquiry” or complete this form.
At STAR Scholars Network, we have housed more than 30 academic book series and several academic journals in multiple disciplines. We are excited that you are considering launching a new academic journal or transferring an existing journal to us. As a global platform committed to scholarly excellence and open access, Star Scholars Press supports journals that amplify diverse voices, foster transnational collaboration, and respond to the urgent needs of global education and research.
Our mission extends beyond traditional publishing—we seek to cultivate communities of practice, accelerate knowledge sharing, and increase access to scholarly work regardless of geographic or institutional barriers. Star Scholars Press is proud to provide a professional, inclusive, and transparent platform for emerging and established journals across disciplines.
Whether you’re a scholar, a research institute, or a professional organization, we look forward to partnering with you to develop a journal that reflects academic rigor, social impact, and a commitment to scholarly integrity.
Call for Proposals: Launch a New Journal
Deadline: August 1
STAR Scholars invites proposals for new academic journals that reflect our commitment to open access, international collaboration, and academic excellence. If you have a vision for a scholarly journal that serves a growing or underrepresented field, we encourage you to partner with us.
Star Scholars Press hosts over 30 academic book series and several professional journals across disciplines, serving a global scholarly community of more than 30,000 members across 100 countries.
Proposal Guidelines
1. Journal Overview
Proposed Title (tentative is acceptable)
Names, affiliations, and contact information of proposers
Description of the host institution, research network, or academic society
2. Aims and Scope
Purpose and intellectual scope of the journal
Target audience and disciplines
Interdisciplinary relevance and reach
International orientation and diversity commitment
3. Rationale
Gap or need this journal will address
Comparison with existing publications
Expected author base and submission interest
4. Editorial Structure
Proposed Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editors (brief bios or CVs)
Proposed editorial board (global representation encouraged)
Administrative support and editorial workflow
Content development plan for first two years
5. Journal Format
Publishing frequency (quarterly recommended)
Article types (e.g., empirical studies, reviews, commentaries)
Approximate article volume and word count
Sample table of contents for inaugural issue
6. Business Model
Open Access model and potential support (institutional, grants, sponsors)
Any anticipated article processing charges (APCs)
Marketing and outreach to professional societies
7. Timeline
Proposed launch date
Key milestones (e.g., editorial setup, call for papers, first issue release)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long does it take to launch a new journal?
A: On average, 4–6 months from proposal approval to publication of the first issue, depending on editorial team readiness.
Q: Can our journal publish in multiple languages?
A: Yes. English is recommended for primary publication; however, multilingual abstracts or articles are also welcome, provided they are accompanied by editorial planning.
Q: Does STAR Scholars charge publication fees?
A: Many journals operate under open access with flexible APC models. We encourage institutional support or grant funding where possible.
Q: Will our journal be assigned DOIs and indexed?
A: Yes. STAR Scholars provides DOI registration and assists with indexing in major databases (e.g., DOAJ, Google Scholar).
Q: What kind of technical support do we receive?
A: We provide full access to the Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform, editorial training, production support, and marketing resources.
Q: Who holds the copyright?
A: Authors retain copyright under Creative Commons licensing (e.g., CC BY).
Submit a Proposal
To begin, email your full proposal and any inquiries to: publications @starscholars.org
More info: https://press.starscholars.org/