Publication Fee Waiver Policy

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, we offer a Waiver Policy to ensure that high-quality articles can be published regardless of financial constraints.

1. Eligibility Criteria

A publication fee waiver may be granted to authors who meet 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/Postgraduate): The lead author is an active student conducting independent research without financial sponsorship.

  • Special Circumstances: Authors experiencing demonstrable financial hardship or crises.

2. Waiver Amount

MPCI does not offer full fee waivers. We provide partial waivers subject to the following conditions:

  • The maximum discount granted is 25% of the total Article Processing Charge (APC).

  • The exact amount of the fee reduction will be evaluated and determined on a case-by-case basis by the Editorial Board.

  • Note to authors: Please be advised that APC funds are utilized entirely to cover the journal's operational costs, including system maintenance, DOI registration, layouting, and indexing.

3. Application Process

To apply for a waiver, authors must follow these steps:

  1. Application Timing: Waiver requests 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.

  2. Request Letter: Authors must submit a formal Waiver Request Letter, signed by the Corresponding Author, to the editorial email address at editormpci@gmail.com.

  3. Letter Content: The request letter must briefly and clearly explain the reasons for requesting the waiver and include a formal declaration stating that the research received no external funding.

4. Terms and Conditions

  • Editorial Independence: Waiver applications are kept strictly confidential and are handled separately by the MPCI administration team. The request for a fee waiver will in no way influence the peer-review process or the Editorial decision regarding the acceptance of the manuscript. Manuscripts are evaluated solely on their scientific merit.

  • Final Decision: The decision to grant a fee waiver rests entirely with the MPCI Editorial Board and is final.