Journal profile · Arts and Humanities-Language and Linguistics
Computers and Composition
ISSN 8755-4615 · eISSN 1873-2011 · Elsevier
Computers and Composition: impact factor 4.4 (journal website); hybrid open access; APC about USD 3,860; review about 188 days (submission to acceptance, publisher); 41 articles in 2025; indexed in ESCI and Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Computers and Composition is published by Elsevier. By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Legal and Regulatory Analysis, Linguistic, Cultural, and Literary Studies and Military Technology and Strategies, together about 35.8% of its articles. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
Computers and Composition: An International Journal is devoted to exploring the use of computers in writing classes, writing programs, and writing research. It provides a forum for discussing issues connected with writing and computer use across diverse and global contexts. The journal offers information about integrating computers into writing programs on the basis of sound theoretical and pedagogical decisions, and empirical evidence.The journal welcomes scholarly contributions that examine the intersection of digital technologies and writing practices. We seek articles that advance our understanding of how technology shapes composition theory, practice, and pedagogy. Founded in 1983, the journal has evolved alongside technological developments, maintaining its commitment to publishing cutting-edge research connected to writing and technology use in educational and professional settings.Computers and Composition publishes a variety of scholarly work, including:Research on effective and equitable integration of technology in writing instructionTheoretical explorations of how digital environments influence composing processesCase studies of innovative approaches to teaching with technologyCritical and rhetorical examinations of software and hardware used in writing contextsAnalyses of digital literacy practices and their implications for writingHistorical perspectives on the evolution of computers in compositionInvestigations of assessment practices in technology-enhanced writing environmentsExplorations of ethical, social, cultural, linguistic, multimodal, and environmental dimensions of technology useExaminations of diverse epistemological perspectives on technology and composition, including non-Western and Indigenous lensesStudies of writing program administration in digital contextsWhile rooted in the traditions of rhetoric and composition, the journal recognizes the increasingly interconnected nature of writing instruction worldwide. We welcome perspectives from scholars and practitioners who bring diverse experiences and approaches to the study of computers and writing. The journal maintains humanistic inquiry standards while embracing methodological diversity, including appropriate social science approaches.Computers and Composition remains committed to publishing work that not only contributes to scholarly discourse but also informs classroom practice and organizational processes. By fostering dialogue among researchers, practitioners, teachers, and program administrators, the journal aims to advance our collective understanding of how technology can enhance writing in varied settings.
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): Arts and Humanities-Language and Linguistics
Editor-in-chief Jason ThamPublisher website
Editorial board by country: 5 in mainland China (about 7%); most named United States 41, Mainland China 5, Singapore 5, Norway 3, Taiwan, China 2 (72 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Legal and Regulatory AnalysisSocial Sciences12.1%
- Linguistic, Cultural, and Literary StudiesSocial Sciences11.9%
- Military Technology and StrategiesEngineering11.9%
- Literacy, Media, and EducationArts and Humanities7.1%
- Discourse Analysis in Language StudiesArts and Humanities6.6%
- Human auditory perception and evaluationEngineering4.8%
- Educational Robotics and EngineeringComputer Science4.4%
- Innovative Teaching and Learning MethodsPsychology4.3%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
ESCIScopusLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- Impact factor (publisher)
- 4.4Publisher website ·
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 5LetPub ·
- CiteScore (publisher)
- 5Publisher website ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.9LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 1.51LetPub ·
- h-index
- 68OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 618OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 7.47OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 13.6%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 27.88%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 32LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 2,522 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 41 | 18 | 14 |
| 2025 | 41 | 14 | 167 |
| 2024 | 55 | 12 | 843 |
| 2023 | 43 | 5 | 262 |
| 2022 | 35 | 2 | 191 |
| 2021 | 43 | 6 | 473 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
Publisher-reported review time from the journal's website
188 dayssubmission to acceptance
The publisher's own definition applies; dates from this journal's articles in the last 24 months are not available yet, so the publisher's figure is used.
Figures by source
- Submission to first decision
- 2 daysPublisher website ·
- First decision after review
- 61 daysPublisher website ·
- Submission to acceptance
- 188 daysPublisher website ·
- Acceptance to publication
- 11 daysPublisher website ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewPublisher website
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Hybrid open accessLetPub
A subscription journal in which authors can pay to publish their article open access.
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpenAlex | USD 3,860 / EUR 3,610 / GBP 3,090 / JPY 478,760 | — | — | |
| Publisher website | USD 4,130 | — | — |
A hybrid journal charges the APC only when the author chooses open access; publishing under the subscription model is usually free.
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare2 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- ≤ 250 words
- Graphical abstract
- Optional
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Authorship, Conflicts of interest, Publication ethics, License & copyright, Open access, Peer review, Preprints
- AI use Declaration of generative AI use
Authors must declare the use of generative AI tools in the manuscript preparation process upon submission of the paper.Generative AI and AI-assisted technologies (“AI tools”) have been rapidly adopted in research and scholarly publishing, offering significant benefits while requiring clear standards for responsible and transparent use.Authors preparing a manuscript for this journal may use AI tool…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Authorship Group authorship
Group authorship refers to the attribution of an article to a defined and named group of authors whose members have contributed to the work. Examples include research consortia, clinical trial groups, collaborative networks, task forces or working groups, expert panels or consensus groups, and participatory research groups. Group authorship must be declared on the title page at submission. When av…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Conflicts of interest Declaration of competing interests
All authors must disclose any financial and personal relationships with other people or organizations that could inappropriately influence or bias their work. Examples of potential competing interests include:EmploymentConsultanciesStock ownershipHonorariaPaid expert testimonyPatent applications or registrationsGrants or any other fundingAffiliation with the journal as an Editor or Advisory Board …
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Publication ethics
Publishing ethics policy Model summary
Authors must follow ethical guidelines stated in Elsevier's Publishing Ethics Policy.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright License options
Authors will be offered open access user license options which will determine how you, and third parties, can reuse your open access article. We advise that you review these options and any funding body license requirements before selecting a license option.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open access
Open access options available Model summary
We refer you to our open access information page to learn about open access options for this journal.
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer review
Double anonymized peer review Model summary
This journal follows a double anonymized review process. Your submission will initially be assessed by our editors. If your submission is deemed suitable, it will typically be sent to be reviewed by a minimum of two reviewers for an independent expert assessment of the scientific quality. The decision as to whether your article is accepted or rejected for publication will be made by our editors.Re…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Preprints Preprints
Preprint sharing allowed Model summary
Preprint sharingAuthors may share preprints in line with Elsevier's article sharing policy. Sharing preprints, such as on a preprint server, will not count as prior publication.We advise you to read our policy on multiple, redundant or concurrent publication. In support of Open Science, this journal offers its authors a free preprint posting service on SSRN, Elsevier’s preprint and early research …
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- Elsevier
- ISSN
- 8755-4615
- Electronic ISSN
- 1873-2011
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗LetPub
- Submission system ↗Publisher website
- Special issues ↗Publisher website
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Computers and Composition
What is the impact factor of Computers and Composition?
The journal's website gives an impact factor of 4.4; this is the journal's own figure, as LetPub lists none for it; CiteScore 5, h-index 68.
How long does peer review take at Computers and Composition?
The publisher reports about 188 days (submission to acceptance). Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of Computers and Composition?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: ≤ 250 words; Graphical abstract: Optional. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Computers and Composition based?
Of the 72 board members whose country the journal's board page names, 5 (about 7%) are in mainland China; the countries named most often are United States (41), Mainland China (5) and Singapore (5). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Computers and Composition?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Computers and Composition is indexed in ESCI and Scopus.
Is Computers and Composition open access, and what is the APC?
Computers and Composition is a hybrid journal. For open-access publication: APC about USD 3,860.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, Publisher website, OpenAlex; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-26). Last updated: .