Second Half of 2025 Report
Faculty of Arts Journal – Misurata University
Published in January 2026
1. Manuscript Status Overview
| Category | Number | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Total submissions received | 78 | 100% |
| Accepted and published manuscripts | 27 | 42% |
| Rejected manuscripts | 37 | 58% |
| Manuscripts under review | 14 | — |
| Desk rejections (without peer review) | 34 | — |
| Rejections after peer review | 3 | 8% of reviewed manuscripts |
The journal applies an initial desk screening process to ensure compliance with submission guidelines and academic standards prior to peer review. The number of desk rejections reflects the journal’s commitment to maintaining high-quality submissions throughout the editorial process.
The 42% acceptance rate demonstrates adherence to rigorous academic evaluation standards while maintaining openness to diverse research contributions within the journal’s scope.
2. Editorial Processing Time
| Stage | Time Range | Average Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First editorial decision (reject / review / revision) | 0–14 days | 7 days |
| First round of peer review | 5–15 days | 12 days |
| Second review round (if required) | 4–12 days | 8 days |
| Total time from submission to acceptance and publication | 10–90 days | 43 days |
These indicators reflect the efficiency of the editorial workflow. The initial editorial decision is issued within a short timeframe, and the first round of peer review is completed within an average of 12 days. When substantial revisions are required, a second review round ensures that authors adequately address reviewers’ comments before a final decision is made.
An average of 43 days from submission to acceptance and publication is considered efficient within the Humanities, reflecting a balance between timely processing and rigorous academic evaluation.
3. Peer Review and Quality Assurance Policy
The journal operates under a double-blind peer review system to ensure objectivity and independence in evaluation. All submissions undergo initial screening for originality and compliance with journal guidelines before being sent to reviewers.
Where substantial revisions are requested, manuscripts are returned to reviewers for reassessment to ensure that the highest academic standards are maintained.
