Carbondale,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Criminology and Criminal Justice in Carbondale United States | Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
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Carbondale United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
40,809
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in criminology and criminal justice is an esteemed advanced degree that equips graduates with specialized expertise and significantly enhanced career prospects, whether in professional practice or academia.
Ph.D. holders thrive in leadership positions and are highly sought-after professionals within the criminology and justice sector. Those entering academia gain opportunities to conduct meaningful research while shaping the next generation of scholars through teaching and mentorship.
SIU's criminology and criminal justice program equips students for diverse careers spanning criminal law, corrections, forensic science, judicial systems, and victim support services. Through hands-on training from passionate faculty, graduates emerge with sophisticated professional capabilities.
The department's comprehensive curriculum develops exceptional analytical and communication abilities, preparing graduates for various criminal justice careers while establishing a strong basis for advanced academic pursuits.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Have completed your four-year bachelor's degree,
Have completed a master's degree in criminology & criminal justice, or if you do not have a MA in criminology & criminal justice, then have a MA or MS with a minimum of 12 graduate units in criminology & criminal justice, sociology, psychology, political science, or other social science,
Earn a grade point average of at least 3.00 or better (A = 4.00) in all prior graduate coursework and in the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate study.
If you are an international student, you will need to take the TOEFL English proficiency test and have that submitted (the minimum requirements for English proficiency by the SIU Graduate school are: 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, 213 on the computer-based TOEFL, 80 on the internet-based TOEFL, or, 6.5 on the IELTS).
3.0 on all previous graduate work (approximately a B average)
Have completed a master's degree in criminology & criminal justice, or if you do not have a MA in criminology & criminal justice, then have a MA or MS with a minimum of 12 graduate units in criminology & criminal justice, sociology, psychology, political science, or other social science,
Earn a grade point average of at least 3.00 or better (A = 4.00) in all prior graduate coursework and in the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate study.
If you are an international student, you will need to take the TOEFL English proficiency test and have that submitted (the minimum requirements for English proficiency by the SIU Graduate school are: 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, 213 on the computer-based TOEFL, 80 on the internet-based TOEFL, or, 6.5 on the IELTS).
3.0 on all previous graduate work (approximately a B average)
Tuition
USD
40,809