World Academic Press Membership
Connect with a global network of researchers, reviewers, and academic leaders advancing open scholarship.
Empowering Researchers Worldwide
World Academic Press (WAP) membership is designed for dedicated scholars, peer reviewers, editors, and academic institutions striving for global research excellence, verified scholarly credentials, and open collaboration.
Individual Scholar
For active researchers, PhD scholars, and faculty members
- ✓Unique WAP Credential ID for fast manuscript track
- ✓Priority peer review processing
- ✓Official Certificate of Membership
- ✓Eligibility for Best Paper & Outstanding Scholar Awards
- ✓Invitations to keynote sessions & academic workshops
Editorial & Review Fellow
For qualified reviewers and prospective editorial board members
- ✓Formal Certificate of Review / Appointment
- ✓Public recognition on the journal Editorial Board
- ✓WAP Scholar Credential & verified reviewer profile
- ✓Annual Outstanding Reviewer Award eligibility
- ✓Complimentary DOI processing waivers for personal papers
Institutional Partner
For universities, research institutes, and conference organizers
- ✓Institutional conference proceeding publications
- ✓Special issue guest editorship opportunities
- ✓Crossref DOI indexing for all department manuscripts
- ✓Customized co-branded certificates for student & faculty authors
- ✓Dedicated institutional support & tracking dashboard
What is a WAP Credential ID?
A World Academic Press Credential ID is a unique scholar identifier issued to approved authors, reviewers, and editorial members. It links your published manuscripts, verified peer reviews, and academic certificates under one permanent record.
Credential Format
WAP-SCHOLAR-XXXXXX
Verification
Instant QR and public ledger verification on meritjournal.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any fee to join as an individual member or author?
No. Individual author and reviewer memberships are free of cost and awarded based on scholarly merit and peer review contributions.
How do I obtain my WAP Credential ID?
Your WAP Credential ID is automatically generated when your first manuscript is accepted or when your reviewer application is approved by the editorial office.
Can I use my ORCID iD together with my WAP Credential?
Yes! We encourage linking your ORCID iD during paper submission. Both identifiers will be displayed on your published article landing page and certificate.
How can my institution organize a conference special issue?
Institutions can submit a conference proposal via our Conferences page or contact editor@meritjournal.org to establish an official publishing partnership.
Join Our Global Research Community
Submit your paper or join the editorial board to receive your official WAP Credential and membership benefits.