Master of Science with a Criminal Justice Major (Online)
Master of Science with a Criminal Justice Major (Online)
Master of Science with a Criminal Justice Major (Online)
Program Highlights:
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice provides an advanced education for individuals in law enforcement, corrections, fire safety, social work, and other related fields, serving both public and private sectors. This updated degree focuses on two critical areas within criminal justice: crisis intervention and child welfare and the family.
As a student in this fully online graduate program, you will explore topics such as criminology, psychopathology, child welfare, family dynamics, and law enforcement’s role in responding to crisis situations. The curriculum is designed to address the most pressing issues in criminal justice today and is structured to allow you to complete the degree in as little as one year.
Program Learning Outcomes:
As a graduate with a Master of Science with a Criminal Justice major, you can pursue key leadership roles within the justice system or private sector.
Program Duration
The academic year consists of three semesters: Fall (divided into two eight-week terms), Spring (divided into two eight-week terms), and Summer (a single eight-week term).
Academic Calendar
| Semester | Class Start |
|---|---|
| Spring 2025 Term 1 | January 6, 2025 |
| Spring 2025 Term 2 | March 10, 2025 |
| Summer 2025 | June 9, 2025 |
Program Requirements (30 Credit Hours)
- Seminar Law & Social Control (3 CH)
- Criminology (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Research & Writing (3 CH)
- Applied Statistics for Criminal Justice (3 CH)
- Crisis Intervention for Law Enforcement (3 CH)
- Child Welfare and The Family (3 CH)
- Psychopathology (3 CH)
- Victimology (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Capstone Preparation (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Demonstration Capstone (3 CH)
Admission Requirements
If you are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or an international student studying remotely from your home country, and have already earned a bachelor’s degree, you may be eligible to pursue a master’s degree. To apply, the following materials must be submitted:
- A completed application form.
- Official transcripts from ALL previously attended post-secondary institutions.
- A well-crafted essay explaining your motivation for pursuing graduate studies, your future career goals, and how you plan to succeed in graduate school.
- A current resume highlighting your academic and professional background.
- GRE/GMAT: Graduates from regionally accredited colleges or universities are exempt from the GRE/GMAT requirement. However, those who graduated from nationally accredited institutions must complete the entrance exam.
- English Proficiency Requirement:
- You can check the English Proficiency Exemption
- Test Score TOEFL iBT: 79
- Test Score IELTS: 6.5
Tuition Fees
- Initial Application Fees: $105.
- Study Tuition Fees: $575 per credit hour, $17250 total for the program.
Finally, please fill out the following free application form to enable us to proceed with your application.
- For any additional information or help, please email [email protected].
Program Highlights:
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice provides an advanced education for individuals in law enforcement, corrections, fire safety, social work, and other related fields, serving both public and private sectors. This updated degree focuses on two critical areas within criminal justice: crisis intervention and child welfare and the family.
As a student in this fully online graduate program, you will explore topics such as criminology, psychopathology, child welfare, family dynamics, and law enforcement’s role in responding to crisis situations. The curriculum is designed to address the most pressing issues in criminal justice today and is structured to allow you to complete the degree in as little as one year.
Program Learning Outcomes:
As a graduate with a Master of Science with a Criminal Justice major, you can pursue key leadership roles within the justice system or private sector.
Program Duration
The academic year consists of three semesters: Fall (divided into two eight-week terms), Spring (divided into two eight-week terms), and Summer (a single eight-week term).
Academic Calendar
| Semester | Class Start |
|---|---|
| Spring 2025 Term 1 | January 6, 2025 |
| Spring 2025 Term 2 | March 10, 2025 |
| Summer 2025 | June 9, 2025 |
Program Requirements (30 Credit Hours)
- Seminar Law & Social Control (3 CH)
- Criminology (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Research & Writing (3 CH)
- Applied Statistics for Criminal Justice (3 CH)
- Crisis Intervention for Law Enforcement (3 CH)
- Child Welfare and The Family (3 CH)
- Psychopathology (3 CH)
- Victimology (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Capstone Preparation (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Demonstration Capstone (3 CH)
Admission Requirements
If you are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or an international student studying remotely from your home country, and have already earned a bachelor’s degree, you may be eligible to pursue a master’s degree. To apply, the following materials must be submitted:
- A completed application form.
- Official transcripts from ALL previously attended post-secondary institutions.
- A well-crafted essay explaining your motivation for pursuing graduate studies, your future career goals, and how you plan to succeed in graduate school.
- A current resume highlighting your academic and professional background.
- GRE/GMAT: Graduates from regionally accredited colleges or universities are exempt from the GRE/GMAT requirement. However, those who graduated from nationally accredited institutions must complete the entrance exam.
- English Proficiency Requirement:
- You can check the English Proficiency Exemption
- Test Score TOEFL iBT: 79
- Test Score IELTS: 6.5
Tuition Fees
- Initial Application Fees: $105.
- Study Tuition Fees: $575 per credit hour, $17250 total for the program.
Finally, please fill out the following free application form to enable us to proceed with your application.
- For any additional information or help, please email [email protected].
Program Highlights:
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice provides an advanced education for individuals in law enforcement, corrections, fire safety, social work, and other related fields, serving both public and private sectors. This updated degree focuses on two critical areas within criminal justice: crisis intervention and child welfare and the family.
As a student in this fully online graduate program, you will explore topics such as criminology, psychopathology, child welfare, family dynamics, and law enforcement’s role in responding to crisis situations. The curriculum is designed to address the most pressing issues in criminal justice today and is structured to allow you to complete the degree in as little as one year.
Program Learning Outcomes:
As a graduate with a Master of Science with a Criminal Justice major, you can pursue key leadership roles within the justice system or private sector.
Program Duration
The academic year consists of three semesters: Fall (divided into two eight-week terms), Spring (divided into two eight-week terms), and Summer (a single eight-week term).
Academic Calendar
| Semester | Class Start |
|---|---|
| Spring 2025 Term 1 | January 6, 2025 |
| Spring 2025 Term 2 | March 10, 2025 |
| Summer 2025 | June 9, 2025 |
Program Requirements (30 Credit Hours)
- Seminar Law & Social Control (3 CH)
- Criminology (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Research & Writing (3 CH)
- Applied Statistics for Criminal Justice (3 CH)
- Crisis Intervention for Law Enforcement (3 CH)
- Child Welfare and The Family (3 CH)
- Psychopathology (3 CH)
- Victimology (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Capstone Preparation (3 CH)
- Criminal Justice Demonstration Capstone (3 CH)
Admission Requirements
If you are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or an international student studying remotely from your home country, and have already earned a bachelor’s degree, you may be eligible to pursue a master’s degree. To apply, the following materials must be submitted:
- A completed application form.
- Official transcripts from ALL previously attended post-secondary institutions.
- A well-crafted essay explaining your motivation for pursuing graduate studies, your future career goals, and how you plan to succeed in graduate school.
- A current resume highlighting your academic and professional background.
- GRE/GMAT: Graduates from regionally accredited colleges or universities are exempt from the GRE/GMAT requirement. However, those who graduated from nationally accredited institutions must complete the entrance exam.
- English Proficiency Requirement:
- You can check the English Proficiency Exemption
- Test Score TOEFL iBT: 79
- Test Score IELTS: 6.5
Tuition Fees
- Initial Application Fees: $105.
- Study Tuition Fees: $575 per credit hour, $17250 total for the program.
Finally, please fill out the following free application form to enable us to proceed with your application.
- For any additional information or help, please email [email protected].