College & Research Libraries includes articles in all fields of interest and concern to academic and research libraries. Well-written manuscripts on all aspects of academic and research librarianship will be considered. The focus of the journal is on reports of original research. Manuscripts may also include descriptive narratives of successful and unsuccessful ventures, thoughtful discussions of issues in librarianship, and other suitable subjects. The editor and the Editorial Board invite submissions relevant to the goals stated in the ACRL Plan for Excellence , as well as the research areas identified in ACRL White Papers and Reports .
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
45
weeks to review
Slow · median is 15 wks
Q1
SJR Rank
Top 25% in field
General Information
Country / RegionUnited States
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published—
FrequencyBimonthly
StatusActive
Total Publications7,784
Publisher OrgAssociation of College and Research Libraries
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Library and Information SciencesQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Information Science & Library Science
Scopus Categories
Library and Information Sciences
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Library Science and Information LiteracyLibrary Science and AdministrationLibrary Collection Development and Digital ResourcesWeb and Library ServicesLibrary Science and Information Systems