FAQ

When is each volume published?

We publish three volumes per year. The tentative release schedule is as follows:

Spring Issue – Published in March/April (Suggested Submission Deadline: December 15th)

Summer Issue – Published in July/August (Suggested Submission Deadline: April 15th)

Fall Issue – Published in October/November (Suggested Submission Deadline: August 15)

Who reviews the submissions?

Submissions are reviewed by in-house editors who have decades of academic training and career in social science fields. We carefully evaluate each piece based on originality and literary representation of ideas and research.

Who can submit?

We accept submissions from writers aged 13 to 18, regardless of nationality or location.

What types of work do you accept?

We accept:

art and book reviews

academic essays and research papers

Can I submit multiple pieces?

Yes, but each submission requires a separate entry fee.

Can I submit previously published work?

No, all submissions must be original and unpublished.

Can I submit my work if English is not my first language?

Absolutely! We welcome international writers. However, submissions must be written in English and free of critical grammatical and punctuational errors.

Submission Fees & Financial Aid

Why is there a submission fee?

The submission fee helps cover: editorial and operational costs, website and publication expenses, free digital copies for contributors, expansion of the journal’s outreach and credibility

How much is the submission fee?

The standard submission fee is $50-70 per piece, depending on the category you are submitting your work to.

Do you offer financial aid?

Yes. We believe that financial constraints should not be a barrier to creativity. Writers who require financial aid can submit an application with supporting documents (e.g., proof of financial hardship). Please reach out to hyeay@hyeay.com if you would like to apply for the submission fee waiver.

How is financial aid awarded?

Our financial aid comes in the form of a submission fee waiver. Applications will be evaluated based on need. We have a limited number of fee waivers per volume.

Publication & Benefits

What do I get if my work is accepted?

Your work will be published in The Moose Review (print & e-book versions).

You will receive a free digital copy of the issue in which your work appears.

You can list the publication in your academic and professional portfolios.

Your work will be featured on our website and potentially in promotional materials.

What if my work is not selected?

Even if your work is not selected for publication, you will receive a one-year e-book subscription to The Moose Review.

Will I receive feedback on my submission?

Due to the volume of submissions, we are currently unable to provide individual feedback.

How does The Moose Review help with college applications?

While no journal guarantees college admission, having your work published in a selective, well-regarded journal strengthens your writing portfolio and demonstrates creativity, discipline, and academic excellence.

How does The Moose Review establish credibility?

Our credibility grows by publishing high-quality, competitive work and building a reputation over time. As we gain recognition, we aim to collaborate with literary institutions and educational organizations.

How can I support The Moose Review?

Submit your best work and share our journal with others.

Subscribe to our journals.