American Journal of Sociology
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Aims and Scope
The American Journal of Sociology is a peer-reviewed bi-monthly academic journal that publishes original research and book reviews in the field of sociology and related social sciences. It was founded in 1895 as the first journal in its discipline. The current editor is Elisabeth S. Clemens. For its entire history, the journal has been housed at the University of Chicago and published by the University of Chicago Press. Less
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- PublisherUNIV CHICAGO PRESS
- LanguageEnglish
- FrequencyBi-monthly
- LanguageEnglish
- FrequencyBi-monthly
- Publication Start Year1895
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FAQs
Since when has American Journal of Sociology been publishing? 
The American Journal of Sociology has been publishing since 1895 till date.
How frequently is the American Journal of Sociology published?
American Journal of Sociology is published Bi-monthly.
What is the H-index. SNIP score, Citescore and SJR of American Journal of Sociology?
American Journal of Sociology has a H-index score of 197, Citescore of 6.3, SNIP score of 3.25, & SJR of Q1
Who is the publisher of American Journal of Sociology?
The publisher of American Journal of Sociology is UNIV CHICAGO PRESS.
Where can I find a journal's aims and scope of American Journal of Sociology?
For the American Journal of Sociology's Aims and Scope, please refer to the section above on the page.
How can I view the journal metrics of American Journal of Sociology on editage?
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What is the eISSN and pISSN number of American Journal of Sociology?
The eISSN number is 1537-5390 and pISSN number is 0002-9602 for American Journal of Sociology.
What is the focus of this journal?
The journal covers a wide range of topics inlcuding Occupational mobility, Social influence, Emotional health, Urban china, Spatial diffusion.
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