Aims and Scope of Sociological Theory
Sociological Theory is a peer-reviewed journal published by SAGE Publications for the American Sociological Association. The journal's purpose is to cover the full breadth of sociological theory. ISI Journal Citation Reports Ranking: 2011: 52/137 Less
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CiteScore 

4.5
H-Index 

85
SJR 

Q1Sociology and Political Science

SNIP 

3.13
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Sociological Theory Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Publication Start Year | 1983 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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