Tallahassee,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Criminology in Tallahassee United States | Florida State University
Florida State University
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Tallahassee United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,993
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The College of Criminology and Criminal Justice provides advanced degree options including Master of Science (MS), Master of Arts (MA), and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs. Alongside standard criminology degrees, collaborative graduate tracks are available through partnerships with the School of Public Administration and Policy and the College of Social Work. The master's curriculum focuses on methodologically sound research that influences policy decisions. This program equips students to critically evaluate scientific studies about criminal behavior and societal responses to crime. Numerous master's graduates continue their education by pursuing doctoral degrees. Recognized as the country's leading academic center for fostering intellectual growth and innovation, the College's graduate program features a curriculum developed by distinguished faculty members - many being field authorities - that cultivates analytical problem-solvers and future leaders. Alumni regularly secure positions at prestigious institutions and elite law enforcement organizations, establishing themselves as trailblazers in criminology and criminal justice.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
For consideration for admission in the master's program, applicants must fulfill these requirements:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
A 3.25 GPA or higher for the final two years of undergraduate study (In recent cycles, Master's applicants who gain admission often have had GPAs of 3.50 or higher. However, we encourage applications from all interested students.)
Florida State University is currently waiving the GRE requirement for most Master's programs, including the Master's in Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Three letters of recommendation, preferably from professors familiar with your academic qualifications
A roughly 300-500-word statement (longer is acceptable if needed) that describes your interest in pursuing the master's degree and your ultimate career goals. Where possible, please describe those interests in reference to topical issues and areas of research in criminology and criminal justice that inspire your career goals.
International students whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and score at least 600 on the paper-based test, or at least 250 on the computer-based test, or at least 100 on the new Internet-based ibTOEFL test. Applicants may be asked to confirm their scores by retaking the exam when they arrive at FSU.
The College Academic Committee assesses all applicant files. No files will be considered unless they contain all required materials. Admission decisions are made on the following basis:
Whether the candidate meets the minimum qualifications of the University and the College
The level of the GPA and GRE scores
Assessments of the quality of the file documents, especially letters of recommendation and personal statements
The strength of the file when compared with others in the applicant pool
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
A 3.25 GPA or higher for the final two years of undergraduate study (In recent cycles, Master's applicants who gain admission often have had GPAs of 3.50 or higher. However, we encourage applications from all interested students.)
Florida State University is currently waiving the GRE requirement for most Master's programs, including the Master's in Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Three letters of recommendation, preferably from professors familiar with your academic qualifications
A roughly 300-500-word statement (longer is acceptable if needed) that describes your interest in pursuing the master's degree and your ultimate career goals. Where possible, please describe those interests in reference to topical issues and areas of research in criminology and criminal justice that inspire your career goals.
International students whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and score at least 600 on the paper-based test, or at least 250 on the computer-based test, or at least 100 on the new Internet-based ibTOEFL test. Applicants may be asked to confirm their scores by retaking the exam when they arrive at FSU.
The College Academic Committee assesses all applicant files. No files will be considered unless they contain all required materials. Admission decisions are made on the following basis:
Whether the candidate meets the minimum qualifications of the University and the College
The level of the GPA and GRE scores
Assessments of the quality of the file documents, especially letters of recommendation and personal statements
The strength of the file when compared with others in the applicant pool
Tuition
USD
19,993