How to Reduce Publication Costs in Scopus and WoS by Up to 3 Times
Let's break down what goes into the cost of publication, compare three ways to get into Scopus, and discuss how to avoid wasting money on an unreliable journal.
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Publication isn't just about paying the journal
Money is spent even before submission: on preparing the manuscript, translation, editing, and selecting a journal. In this webinar, we’ll break down both parts of these expenses—and discuss where you can save money on each without compromising the publication’s credibility.
Preparing an Article
Text, translation, editing, formatting according to the journal's requirements, and Turnitin check.
Journal Publication
Subscription fees and additional charges vary significantly from publication to publication.
What We'll Cover in the Webinar
Six practical modules—from expense structure to choosing the right publication format for your goals
What Factors Determine the Cost?
The two categories of expenses and where the author tends to overspend the most.
Three Ways to Get Indexed in Scopus
Direct submission, submission through an intermediary, and co-authorship of a published article: a comprehensive analysis with figures for Kazakhstan.
How Co-Authorship Works
Who It's For: Academic Titles, University Requirements, PhD Defenses—and What Will Count.
APC waiver vs. discount
How full or partial fee waivers work and when to submit a request.
How to Avoid Losing Money on a Magazine
Signs of an unreliable publication and journals that Scopus excluded in 2026.
How to split the cost
You can add up to 5–6 co-authors to a single turnkey article—and pay each of them less.
Three Ways to Get Indexed in Scopus
The result is the same—a paper published in a Scopus-indexed journal. The difference lies in where the text comes from and how the cost is split. We’ll show you the full breakdown during the webinar.
Self-submission
When you have the time, experience, and willingness to deal with setbacks
- Cheaper at the start
- Searching for the journal and corresponding—it's up to you
- The risk of choosing an unreliable publication
Submission through an intermediary
When you need a publication specifically on your topic, without having to correspond directly with the journal
- We'll write and publish an article on your topic
- Up to 5–6 co-authors — the cost is split
- Support Prior to Indexing
Co-authorship on a Published Article
When You Need to Publish Faster and More Inexpensively
- Select a theme from the catalog
- Your position on the list of authors is also you
- Pay only for your seat
Personal Publication Cost Calculator
Calculate the cost of your Scopus article using three different methods—and choose the most cost-effective one.
- Please specify the purpose, the journal's quartile, and the number of co-authors
- Compare direct submission, submission through an intermediary, and co-authorship
- You'll see the price per author and the turnaround time
- You'll keep the calculator—for each subsequent article
Certificate of participation
After the webinar, we'll send you a personalized certificate along with the recording and materials.
- Your name, webinar topic, and date
- Lecturer's Signature
- As a PDF—to add to your portfolio
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Vasily Malets, lecturer,
Director of the «Academy of Articles»
Vasily Malets
An expert in scientific publishing and director of the company «Academy of Articles.» He will explain how to assess the true value of a publication and choose a format that fits your budget, timeline, and goals.
- Advises international publishers on preparing journals for indexing
- He personally led the negotiations with more than 2,500 revisions journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science
- Author of the analytical series «Journals at Risk of Being Removed from Scopus» on the risks facing journals
- Under his leadership, the team published more than 1,175 articles in Scopus and WoS
Who is this webinar for?
If you recognize yourself in even one of these points, this webinar is for you
PhD Students
Who need publications for their dissertation defense—and on the topic of their dissertation.
Candidates for an academic degree
Associate Professor or Professor—with publication requirements in Scopus.
Faculty Members with University KPIs
Who need a publication in Scopus for certification or ranking purposes.
Those who have already seen the price
And it is looking for ways to cut costs without compromising the magazine's reliability.
Can't make it to the live broadcast?
Sign up anyway: all registered participants will receive the recording and materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
A brief overview of the questions typically asked before registration
The webinar is truly free
Yes. Participation, registration, and the publication cost calculator are free for all registered users.
Will there be a recording?
Yes, everyone who registered will receive the recording—even if they weren't able to watch the live broadcast.
Will there be a certificate?
Yes. We'll send you a personalized certificate of participation after the webinar, along with the recording and materials.
How the Cost Calculator Works
You specify the purpose of the publication, the journal’s tier, and the number of co-authors—the calculator shows the estimated cost for three publication options and the cost per author. We’ll send it to you along with the webinar recording, and you’ll be able to keep it for your future articles.
Will a co-authored article count toward my PhD dissertation?
To qualify for the defense, publications must be related to your dissertation topic, so co-authorship is only appropriate if the topic falls within your field of study. In this webinar, we’ll discuss when to choose co-authorship and when to opt for a turnkey article on your topic.
Would a webinar be a good option if a magazine hasn't been chosen yet?
Yes, that's exactly what it's for: let's take a look at how to choose a reputable journal and evaluate it before submitting an article.
How to Connect
The webinar will be held online. We will send the link to the livestream via email and WhatsApp using the contact information you provide during registration.
Want to find out how to pay less for publishing?
Sign up for a free webinar: we’ll walk you through a complete calculation and review the journals and publication formats that best suit your goals.
November 19, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Astana time, online, free, certificate of participation.
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