Cihan University-Erbil Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Advances to Q2 in the 2026 Arab Impact Factor Report
The Arab Impact Factor has announced the release of its 2026 annual report.
The report marks a new step toward strengthening the quality of Arab scholarly publishing, raising the standing of academic journals regionally and internationally, and promoting a culture of research evaluation based on clear and transparent criteria.
In this context, the Cihan University-Erbil Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences has achieved a notable academic milestone. Its Arab Impact Factor rose from 1.3 to 2.04, moving the journal from the third quartile (Q3) to the second quartile (Q2).
This marks a significant advance that places the journal among the leading Arab scholarly journals in the humanities and social sciences.
This rise reflects the journal‘s steady development in recent years. Progress can be seen in the quality and originality of its published research, its strict adherence to double-blind peer review standards, and the regularity of its publication schedule.
The journal also covers a broad range of research fields, including media, languages, literature, education, the social sciences and other branches of the humanities and social sciences.
The achievement also confirms the journal’s growing presence in academic circles. Interest in publishing with it is increasing among researchers from Iraq, the Kurdistan Region and beyond, and citation rates for its published articles are rising. Together, these are important indicators of its scholarly value and its contribution to knowledge.
This progress is the result of the dedicated efforts of the journal’s editorial board, the diligent work of its expert reviewers, and the trust of the researchers who have chosen the journal to publish their work. It also reflects the continued support of the Presidency of Cihan University-Erbil for scientific research and academic publishing, in line with its vision of research as a cornerstone of the university’s pursuit of excellence and competitiveness.
The Arab Impact Factor is one of the most prominent indicators used to evaluate Arab scholarly journals. It measures the influence of journals and the reach of their research, helps researchers and academic institutions identify reputable publication venues, and encourages journals to keep improving their performance and standards.
On this occasion, Cihan University-Erbil extends its warmest congratulations to the journal’s Editor-in-Chief, the members of its editorial and advisory boards, and all the researchers and reviewers who contributed to this achievement. The university reaffirms its commitment to further strengthening the journal’s standing, aiming to reach the first quartile (Q1) in the coming years and to expand its presence in Arab and international scientific databases and indexes.
The journal invites researchers and academics to continue submitting their original research and studies, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and strengthening the standing of Arab scholarly research regionally and internationally.
