Master of Criminal Justice
Graduate Education Policies and Procedures apply to this program. Nonresident students from western states may qualify for reduced tuition through the Western Regional Graduate Program.
Program Director: Mary Dodge, PhD
The Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) program is designed for students interested in comprehensive graduate education in criminology and criminal justice. It is intended to provide an in-depth understanding of existing structures, practices, and challenges within this field of study.
Part of an academic and professional field of study, the MCJ program prepares students to administer, analyze, evaluate, and facilitate improvements in the rationality and responsiveness of the criminal and juvenile justice systems. Research design capability is emphasized alongside skills required for analyzing empirical data and innovating in crime control and prevention. Students who advance through the program acquire strategies and skills necessary for promoting individual, organizational, and social change.
To learn more about our renowned faculty, please view their bios on the School of Public Affairs website.
Graduate Education Policies and Procedures apply to this program. Nonresident students from western states may qualify for reduced tuition through the Western Regional Graduate Program.
Program Director: Mary Dodge, PhD
The Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) program is designed for students interested in comprehensive graduate education in criminology and criminal justice. It is intended to provide an in-depth understanding of existing structures, practices, and challenges within this field of study.
Part of an academic and professional field of study, the MCJ program prepares students to administer, analyze, evaluate, and facilitate improvements in the rationality and responsiveness of the criminal and juvenile justice systems. Research design capability is emphasized alongside skills required for analyzing empirical data and innovating in crime control and prevention. Students who advance through the program acquire strategies and skills necessary for promoting individual, organizational, and social change.
To learn more about our renowned faculty, please view their bios on the School of Public Affairs website.
