The Journal of American Studies is a peer-reviewed academic journal published quarterly by Cambridge University Press on behalf of the British Association for American Studies. It covers all aspects of American studies, including history, literature, cultural studies, politics, and sociology. The journal aims to provide a forum for scholarly debate and research on the United States, its culture, and its place in the world. It publishes original research articles, review articles, and book reviews.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
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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.
Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)Q2
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)Q3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Scopus Categories
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
American Constitutional Law and PoliticsRace, History, and American SocietyAmerican History and CulturePoetry Analysis and CriticismAmerican Environmental and Regional HistoryVietnamese History and Culture StudiesAmerican and British Literature AnalysisDiverse Scientific and Economic StudiesAustralian History and SocietyColonialism, slavery, and trade