San Bernardino,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Criminal Justice in San Bernardino United States | California State University, San Bernardino
California State University, San Bernardino
|
San Bernardino United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,657
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program caters to professionals in the criminal justice field seeking advanced education, as well as individuals in conventional public and private sectors looking to expand their knowledge in this discipline.
Students can choose between two final project options: 1) The thesis track prepares learners for doctoral studies or specialized research in criminal justice, while 2) the comprehensive exam path suits those focusing on leadership and administrative roles.
This flexible program accommodates diverse academic backgrounds. With minimal prerequisites, it welcomes graduates from fields like psychology, administration, anthropology, sociology, and other social sciences alongside those with undergraduate degrees specifically in criminal justice.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
The Graduate Committee cannot act on applications until they have been reviewed by the Office of Graduate Admissions, and have met university admissions requirements. Check the Criminal Justice Department website for application deadlines. Applications will be evaluated on a competitive basis and enrollment is limited.
In addition to the general requirements of the university, specific requirements for admission to classified graduate status are:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university,
Completion of an undergraduate major in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, or in an allied field such as psychology, administration, or another social science, or recommendation for admission to the program by the Graduate Admissions Committee. Competence in the following prerequisite areas: criminological theory, law enforcement, institutional and community corrections, research methods and statistics is expected,
A minimum undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 overall and 3.0 (B) in the major,
Submission of any available GRE scores, in the event the applicant feels that such scores would enhance their chances of admission. Submission of such scores is not mandatory,
Submission to the criminal justice program of three letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with the student's academic work and potential to complete the program successfully. Letters must come directly from the writer or be included in a placement file, and will be evaluated by criminal justice faculty members.
A brief statement of purpose describing the applicant's preparation for graduate study & professional goals.
IELTS - 6.0, TOEFL IBT - 79, PBT - 550, PTE - 53
In addition to the general requirements of the university, specific requirements for admission to classified graduate status are:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university,
Completion of an undergraduate major in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, or in an allied field such as psychology, administration, or another social science, or recommendation for admission to the program by the Graduate Admissions Committee. Competence in the following prerequisite areas: criminological theory, law enforcement, institutional and community corrections, research methods and statistics is expected,
A minimum undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 overall and 3.0 (B) in the major,
Submission of any available GRE scores, in the event the applicant feels that such scores would enhance their chances of admission. Submission of such scores is not mandatory,
Submission to the criminal justice program of three letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with the student's academic work and potential to complete the program successfully. Letters must come directly from the writer or be included in a placement file, and will be evaluated by criminal justice faculty members.
A brief statement of purpose describing the applicant's preparation for graduate study & professional goals.
IELTS - 6.0, TOEFL IBT - 79, PBT - 550, PTE - 53
Tuition
USD
14,657