Aims and scope

The Professional Geographer, initially a publication of the American Society for Professional Geographers, became a journal of the American Association of Geographers in 1949. It publishes short articles of academic or applied geography, emphasizing empirical studies and methodologies. These features may range in content and approach from rigorously analytic to broadly philosophical or prescriptive. The journal provides a forum for new ideas and alternative viewpoints. 

The Professional Geographer accepts the following types of articles: Regular Manuscripts, Focus Sections, Research Notes, and Commentaries. For information on submitting a Research Note or Commentary, contact the Managing Editor at [email protected]. 

Peer Review Policy: All Articles, Forums, Research Notes, and Commentaries submitted to this journal undergo a “double-anonymous” peer review by one to three referees, one of which will be the editor or designate. Commentary Responses undergo "single-anonymous" peer review.

Disclaimer

The American Association of Geographers (AAG) and Taylor & Francis make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the “Content”) contained in its publications. However, the AAG and Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not necessarily the views of the Editor, the Society or Taylor & Francis.

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Authors can choose to publish gold open access in this journal.

Read the Instructions for Authors for information on how to submit your article and the Editorial Policies to ensure you’ve correctly followed all the requirements.