Graduate Programs

Programs

Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice

Curriculum Outline
(All courses are taught via the WEB)

The Master of Science Degree is a 36 credit-hour degree program designed to appeal to both pre-career and mid-career students who desire advanced study in the field of criminal justice. It will prepare graduate students to become highly capable criminal justice agency administrators, planners, and academicians. The program will also help prepare students planning to pursue doctoral degrees. Please click on each of the following sectional links for more information about the Master's program.

Criminal Justice Core Requirement
20 Credits
Concentration Requirement
12 Credits
Thesis
4 Credits
Program Total
36 Credits

Please Note: The Master Core courses are normally offered only once per year. Please plan accordingly:

Fall
Winter

CJ 440

CJ 440

CJ 470
CJ 470
CJ 504
CJ 505
CJ 510
CJ 530

CJ 507

 

Students who complete 12 credits must fill out a Plan of Study form.