Editing Rates
A simple standard rate, with clear notes for manuscript revisions, references, and journal changes.
Core editing rate
USD 0.11
per word
For editing, reference formatting and verification, cover letters, response letters, and new material in revised manuscripts.
Standard per-word services
Editing, reference formatting and verification, cover letters, response letters, new material in revised manuscripts
Tables and figures
Tables: USD 25 per table
Tables containing substantial text, such as those presenting large amounts of qualitative data, are charged at the standard per-word rate.
Figures: USD 25 per figure
This applies to figures that include text or require formatting, such as flowcharts and graphs. Image-only figures, including medical imaging and micrographs, fall outside this category.
Approximate delivery
1 week
Express delivery
USD 0.20 per word
Usually delivered within 48 hours after confirmation. Includes all aspects of a standard manuscript check, with the work prioritized for rapid delivery.
Rates at a glance
Most editing work uses the same per-word rate; fixed fees are shown separately.
Standard per-word services
Editing, reference formatting and verification, cover letters, response letters, new material in revised manuscripts
USD 0.11 per word
Journal Change
Includes a comprehensive check of the new target journal's instructions, reasonable word count modification of the text if necessary. Reformatting of references is not included in this charge.
USD 100
Pre-submission Follow-up Check
The first follow-up check is free. If substantial amounts of new material are added, a fee of USD 0.11 per word is added for additional material.
First check free
Included With Editing
- -All editing services include a comprehensive check against the target journal's author instructions.
- -A certification of editing can be provided upon request at no additional charge.
- -The first pre-submission follow-up check is complimentary.
Not sure which rate applies?
Send the manuscript, target journal, and any reviewer comments. We will confirm the scope before work begins.