Contributions to Higher Education Research (Beiträge zur Hochschulforschung) is one of the leading scientific journals in the field of higher education research in the German-speaking world. While the majority of articles are published in German, submissions in English are also welcome. The journal, which is available both in open access and in print, is characterized by high quality standards, a broad range of topics, and a wide reach. It is also notable for its combination of scientific rigor and practical relevance, as well as the diversity of disciplines and approaches. Issues from 2026 onwards will be published on OpenJournals@Fachportal-Pädagogik.