Master of Arts in Criminal Justice and Criminology

The program is designed to develop and enhance the student’s knowledge of criminal Justice; expand and develop a student’s analytical and assessment skills; and further develop their facility with oral and written communication and with research.

The program is flexible and provides a superb basis for entry into graduate work at the doctoral level or applied work in criminal justice agencies. Approximately 70% of our M.A. graduates are employed in applied settings while the balance have pursued teaching and research careers.

Please Note: Graduate students who have been admitted and have enrolled in our CRM J MA Program have the option of obtaining a Graduate Certificate in Global Justice and Security. In order to receive the Certificate, students will have to successfully complete ten courses in the CRM J MA program. Please consult the Graduate Student Handbook for specific coursework requirements for the certificate. The Certificate may be earned with the M.A. degree only, please see admission requirements.