Publication Fee Waiver Policy
MPCI Publisher Policy
Publication Fee Waiver Policy
Supporting broad, equitable, and inclusive access to scientific publication while maintaining the sustainability and quality of journal services.
Our Commitment
Media Publikasi Cendekia Indonesia (MPCI) is committed to supporting the broad and inclusive dissemination of scientific knowledge. We recognize that Article Processing Charges (APCs) may present a barrier for some researchers, particularly those without institutional funding or research grants. Therefore, MPCI offers a publication fee waiver policy to help ensure that high-quality articles can be published regardless of an author's financial circumstances.
Key Information
MPCI provides partial waivers only, with a maximum reduction of 25% of the total APC. Requests must be submitted no later than the first revision stage and are assessed individually by the MPCI Editorial Board.
1. Eligibility Criteria
A partial publication fee waiver may be considered for authors who meet at least one of the following criteria:
Unfunded Researchers
Authors who do not receive research grants or publication funding from any institution, university, or funding agency.
Students (Undergraduate or Postgraduate)
The lead author is an active student conducting independent research without financial sponsorship.
Special Circumstances
Authors experiencing demonstrable financial hardship, emergencies, or other exceptional circumstances.
2. Waiver Amount
- MPCI does not offer full publication fee waivers.
- The maximum discount is 25% of the total Article Processing Charge (APC).
- The exact fee reduction is evaluated and determined on a case-by-case basis by the MPCI Editorial Board.
Note to Authors: APC funds are used entirely to support journal operations, including system maintenance, DOI registration, manuscript layout and production, and indexing-related services.
3. Application Process
Authors requesting a partial waiver must complete the following steps:
Step 1 - Submit the Request on Time
The request must be submitted during the initial manuscript submission or, at the latest, during the first revision stage. Requests submitted after a manuscript has been accepted for publication will not be considered.
Step 2 - Prepare a Formal Request Letter
Submit a formal Waiver Request Letter signed by the Corresponding Author.
Step 3 - Explain and Declare
The letter must briefly and clearly explain the reason for requesting the waiver and include a formal declaration confirming that the research received no external funding.
Send the Waiver Request Letter to
editormpci@gmail.com4. Terms and Conditions
Editorial Independence and Confidentiality
Waiver applications are kept strictly confidential and are handled separately by the MPCI administration team. A request for a fee waiver will not influence the peer-review process or the editorial decision regarding the manuscript. All manuscripts are evaluated solely on their scientific quality, relevance, originality, and compliance with the journal's editorial policies.
Final Decision
The decision to approve or decline a publication fee waiver, including the amount granted, rests entirely with the MPCI Editorial Board and is final.
Important: Meeting one or more eligibility criteria does not guarantee approval. Each request is reviewed individually based on the information provided and the circumstances of the application.
