Submission Guidelines

We welcome submissions from high school and college students who are passionate about academic inquiry and eager to contribute to meaningful scholarship. Our editorial board includes experienced researchers, educators, and editors dedicated to helping young scholars grow through rigorous feedback and mentorship.

Selectivity

We are a highly competitive journal that upholds rigorous academic standards, and not every submission will be accepted. We value innovative thinking, strong writing, and a genuine commitment to meaningful research.

Each manuscript is reviewed by editors and subject experts. If your work shows promise, we may invite revision to strengthen argumentation, structure, evidence, and scholarly clarity.

Who Can Submit

The first author must be a student currently enrolled in an accredited high school or college.

What You Can Submit

Original Research Articles: In-depth studies presenting novel findings supported by data, analysis, and scholarly references.

Literature Reviews: Focused syntheses of existing scholarship that identify key debates, gaps, and future directions.

Interview Features: Structured interviews with technology leaders presented in journalistic or academic style with analytical value.

Submission Rules

  • No dual submissions. Simultaneous submission to multiple journals is considered unethical.
  • The manuscript must be original and unpublished.
  • Manuscripts are evaluated for rigor, clarity, integrity, and relevance.
  • Submit as Microsoft Word (.docx). PDF and Google Docs are not accepted.

Formatting Requirements

File Format & Layout

  • Format: Microsoft Word (.docx)
  • Maximum: 20 pages (8.5" × 11", US Letter)
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides
  • Body Font: Times New Roman, 10 pt, single-spaced

Headings

  • Title: Bold, 18 pt
  • Main Headings: Bold, 14 pt
  • Subheadings: 12 pt
  • Subsubheadings: Italic, 12 pt

Visuals

  • Tables: Use Word’s table tool (not images)
  • Figures: Centered, clearly titled, placed within text
  • Image formats: .png or .jpg
  • Upload images separately with descriptive filenames.

Other Specifications

  • Abstract: Up to 250 words
  • Title: Maximum 100 characters
  • References: APA 7th edition preferred
  • Include URLs or DOIs for online sources.

Review Process

  • Submissions undergo double-blind peer review.
  • Editorial feedback is typically provided within 4–8 weeks.
  • Accepted papers may require revision before publication.

License and Copyright

By submitting to The Journal of Young Innovators, authors agree that their accepted article will be published open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

Authors retain copyright of their work and grant JYI a non-exclusive license to publish. Full details on our Policies page.

Article Processing Charges

For the 2026–2027 academic year, submission and publication in JYI are free of charge. There are no submission fees, no article processing charges (APCs), and no publication fees, thanks to grant funding dedicated to making scholarly publishing accessible to students of all income levels. Need-based waivers are also available by request.

Need Help?

For questions, email our editorial team ateditor@young-innovator.org. Please include your full name, school, grade level, and a concise description of your question.