Journal profile · MATHEMATICS, APPLIED
Mathematics in Computer Science
ISSN 1661-8270 · eISSN 1661-8289 · Springer Nature
Mathematics in Computer Science: CAS Zone 4 · Mathematics (2025 upgraded edition); impact factor 1.9 (journal website); hybrid open access; APC about USD 3,290; median 289 days to acceptance (31 articles, last 24 months); 13 articles in 2025; indexed in ESCI and Scopus.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Mathematics in Computer Science is published by Springer Nature and is in Zone 4 of Mathematics in the CAS Journal Ranking (2025 upgraded edition). By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Polynomial and algebraic computation, Advanced Numerical Analysis Techniques and graph theory and CDMA systems, together about 30.2% of its articles. Its main subfields are Computational Theory and Mathematics. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
Mathematics in Computer Science (MCS) publishes original research articles on mathematically rigorous theories and methods in computer and information science. This includes the design, implementation, and analysis of algorithms and software tools for computation and reasoning, ranging from classical first-order logic to contemporary artificial intelligence and machine learning. Furthermore, the journal promotes the integration of mathematics and computer science for applications in science and engineering. Review articles are published by invitation. A distinguishing feature of the journal is its permanent collections devoted to carefully selected topics at the forefront of the broad field of mathematics in computer science. Published articles focus on substantial theoretical advances supported by rigorous proofs rather than on empirical studies. They feature a thorough introduction, substantial conclusions, and a coherent narrative throughout the manuscript.Bibliographic DataMath.Comput.Sci.First published in 20071 volume per year, 1 issue per volumeapprox. 600 pages per volumeFormat: 21 x 27.9 cmISSN 1661-8270 (print)ISSN 1661-8289 (electronic)
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): MATHEMATICS, APPLIED
Editor-in-chief Thomas SturmPublisher website
Editorial board by country: 4 in mainland China (about 13%); most named Germany 6, United States 5, United Kingdom 5, Mainland China 4, France 4 (32 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Polynomial and algebraic computationComputer Science16.8%
- Advanced Numerical Analysis TechniquesEngineering8.2%
- graph theory and CDMA systemsEngineering5.3%
- Advanced Graph Theory ResearchComputer Science4.8%
- Coding theory and cryptographyComputer Science4.8%
- Commutative Algebra and Its ApplicationsMathematics4.8%
- Formal Methods in VerificationComputer Science4.6%
- Numerical Methods and AlgorithmsComputer Science4.3%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Mathematics Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Mathematics | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Mathematics, Applied | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: no
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Mathematics Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Mathematics | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Mathematics, Applied | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: not marked
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
Indexing the journal's website claims
INSPECzbMATHDBLPPublisher website
Other: Google Scholar, EBSCO, ProQuest, Dimensions, CNKI, Baidu, ACM Digital Library, Naver, OCLC, Portico, CLOCKSS
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
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) 2025
- 1.9Publisher website ·
- 5-year impact factor (publisher) 2025
- 1Publisher website ·
- CiteScore 2026-06
- 1.2LetPub ·
- SJR 2026-06
- 0.17LetPub ·
- SNIP 2026-06
- 0.53LetPub ·
- h-index
- 31OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 166OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0.58OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 0%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 45.45%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 13LetPub ·
- Downloads per year (publisher) 2025
- 56,800Publisher website ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 705 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 | 13 | 4 |
| 2025 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 2024 | 22 | 14 | 21 |
| 2023 | 23 | 10 | 66 |
| 2022 | 33 | 18 | 69 |
| 2021 | 22 | 10 | 76 |
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
Review time from article dates manuscript dates registered with Crossref · to
289 daysMedian, submission to acceptance · P25–P75 173 days – 362 days
- Acceptance to online
- median 158 days (31 articles)
- Submission to online
- median 432 days
- Sample
- 31 articles with submission and acceptance dates (36 in the window); the latest was accepted on
Only articles that were accepted and published are counted, not the time spent on rejected manuscripts, so this usually runs longer than a publisher's "time to first decision".
Other sources
- Submission to first decision
- 9 daysPublisher website ·
- Peer review
- Single anonymous 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 3,290 / EUR 2,690 / GBP 2,390 | — | — |
A hybrid journal charges the APC only when the author chooses open access; publishing under the subscription model is usually free.
Other charges and waivers (author guidelines)
- Other fees
- No other fees
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)
Open calls for papers1, by deadline
Publisher websiteWhat to prepare7 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- 150–250 words
- Keywords
- ≥ 4
- Reference style
- Numbered, in order of citation
- Templates
- LaTeX and Word
- First submission
- Free format: the journal's layout is not required
- Suggested reviewers
- Required
- Cover letter
- Optional
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Conflicts of interest, Data availability, License & copyright, Open access, Peer review, Self-archiving
- AI use Generative AI Images
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Source ↗Publisher website ·- Conflicts of interest Competing Interests
Authors are requested to disclose interests that are directly or indirectly related to the work submitted for publication. Interests within the last 3 years of beginning the work (conducting the research and preparing the work for submission) should be reported. Interests outside the 3-year time frame must be disclosed if they could reasonably be perceived as influencing the submitted work. Disclo…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Data availability Data availability statements
All original research must include a data availability statement. This statement should explain how to access data supporting the results and analysis in the article, including links/citations to publicly archived datasets analysed or generated during the study. Please see our full policy here. If it is not possible to share research data publicly, for instance when individual privacy could be com…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- License & copyright Copyright
Open Choice articles do not require transfer of copyright as the copyright remains with the author. In opting for open access, the author(s) agree to publish the article under a Creative Commons license. Details of the OA licences offered to authors can be found on the individual journal website, in the journal's How to publish with us guide. Back to top
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open access publishing
To find out more about publishing your work Open Access in Mathematics in Computer Science, including information on fees, funding and licences, visit our Open access publishing page. Back to top
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer Review
Single-blind peer review Model summary
The journal follows a single-blind reviewing procedure.The submission is assigned to a member of the editorial board, who serves as the handling editor. Handling editors act independently and are the contact person at the journal for the authors. They obtain peer reviews, decide on necessary revisions, manage those revisions, and finally return the submission to the Editor-in-Chief with a recommen…
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Self-archiving
Authors should suggest two editorial board members and provide ten to twenty potential reviewers without conflicts, considering geographic diversity. Model summary
Authors are encouraged to mention two members of the MCS Editorial Board that they consider suitable to handle their submission in the cover letter. We furthermore ask for a list of ten to twenty potential reviewers, who do not have a conflict with the authors.
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
- Springer Nature
- ISSN
- 1661-8270
- Electronic ISSN
- 1661-8289
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗OpenAlex
- Submission system ↗Publisher website
- Special issues ↗Publisher website
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Mathematics in Computer Science
What CAS zone is Mathematics in Computer Science in?
In the 2025 upgraded edition of the CAS Journal Ranking, Mathematics in Computer Science is in Zone 4 of Mathematics, and in Zone 4 of the minor category Mathematics, Applied. In the 2026 Xinrui edition it is in Zone 4 of Mathematics. Zones from different editions, and from major and minor categories, are not interchangeable.
What is the impact factor of Mathematics in Computer Science?
The journal's website gives an impact factor of 1.9 (2025); this is the journal's own figure, as LetPub lists none for it; CiteScore 1.2, h-index 31.
How long does peer review take at Mathematics in Computer Science?
Based on the dates recorded on 31 articles published between October 2024 and October 2026 (the last 24 months), the median time from submission to acceptance is 289 days (interquartile range 173–362 days). 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 Mathematics in Computer Science?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: 150–250 words; Keywords: ≥ 4; Reference style: Numbered, in order of citation; Templates: LaTeX and Word; First submission: Free format: the journal's layout is not required; Suggested reviewers: Required; Cover letter: 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 Mathematics in Computer Science based?
Of the 32 board members whose country the journal's board page names, 4 (about 13%) are in mainland China; the countries named most often are Germany (6), United States (5) and United Kingdom (5). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Mathematics in Computer Science?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Mathematics in Computer Science is indexed in ESCI and Scopus. The journal's website also lists INSPEC, zbMATH and DBLP; that list has not been checked against each database.
Is Mathematics in Computer Science open access, and what is the APC?
Mathematics in Computer Science is a hybrid journal. For open-access publication: APC about USD 3,290.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, OpenAlex, Publisher website; 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: .