Journal of College Orientation, Transition, and Retention

Aims & Scope

The Journal of College Orientation, Transition, and Retention focuses on the trends, practices, research, and development of programs, policies, and activities related to the matriculation, orientation, transition, and retention of college students.

It encourages literature reviews, 'how-to' articles, innovative initiatives, successful practices, and new ideas that contribute to the understanding and improvement of college student success.

The journal aims to provide a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to share their knowledge, experiences, and best practices in supporting the academic and personal growth of college students.

Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
• Google Scholar

Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

Licensing & Copyright

This journal operates under an Open Access model. Articles are freely accessible to the public immediately upon publication. The content is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing users to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

Copyright remains with the author(s), and no permission is required for non-commercial use, provided the original source is cited.

Policy Links

This section provides access to essential policy documents, guidelines, and resources related to the journal’s publication and submission processes.

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APC Details

The journal’s Article Processing Charge (APC) policies support open access publishing in Social Sciences, ensuring accessibility and quality in research dissemination.

This journal does not charge a mandatory Article Processing Charge (APC). However, optional open access publication may incur fees based on the publisher’s policies. Learn more.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Gender Differences in Stress and Coping in First-Year College Students

  Citation: 17

  Authors: Dalia R., Marian C.

• Transitioning, Belonging, and the Black Student Experience: A Phenomenological Study

  Citation: 6

  Authors: Kali, Tonisha, Jimmy, Selene, LaFrance, Camille

• Small Fish Out of Water

  Citation: 5

  Authors: Benjamin P.

• Adapting to College Life After Military Service

  Citation: 4

  Authors:

• Not So Soft Skills: The Importance of Grit to College Student Success

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Rebekah, Patrick, Matthew, R. Dewey

• Designing Effective Online Orientation Programs for First-Year University Students

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Nicole

• Appreciative Advising Inventory

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Bryant L., Ye

• First-Generation Transfer Students' Perceptions

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Melissa, Adena

• Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Victoria

• Fostering Resilience for Puerto Rican College Students in Transition After Hurricane Maria

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Leslie, Charles