Omaha,
NE,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice in Omaha United States | University of Nebraska Omaha
University of Nebraska Omaha
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Omaha United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,860
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice is a 36-credit program (comprising 11 courses plus a capstone) tailored for working professionals committed to careers in criminal justice. The program offers flexible online delivery or evening on-campus classes to accommodate different schedules. Full-time students can graduate in as little as 18 months, while part-time students have the option to progress at their own pace. Our School of Criminology and Criminal Justice ranks among the nation's top institutions for research on crime causation and justice system approaches. Our faculty specialize in diverse areas including victimization studies, corrections, law enforcement, and international terrorism.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
English Language Proficiency: Applicants are required to have a command of oral and written English. Those who do not hold a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from the United States, OR a baccalaureate or other advanced degree from a predetermined country on the waiver list, must meet the minimum language proficiency score requirement in order to be considered for admission.
Minimum required scores are as follows: Paper-based TOEFL: 588, Internet-based TOEFL: 95 with a minimum of 21 in all four areas, IELTS: 7.5 (8.0 preferred), PTE: 76, Duolingo: 115
All English as a second language students are required to take a proficiency assessment examination at UNO upon admission, which will be used to determine if further assistance is required
Statement of Purpose: One page discussing reasons for pursuing a graduate degree, interests in the field, and career goals for the future
Letters of Recommendation: Two letters are required
Possession of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Applicant has at least a 3.0 GPA (average of ''B'') overall in the last two years of undergraduate work
Minimum required scores are as follows: Paper-based TOEFL: 588, Internet-based TOEFL: 95 with a minimum of 21 in all four areas, IELTS: 7.5 (8.0 preferred), PTE: 76, Duolingo: 115
All English as a second language students are required to take a proficiency assessment examination at UNO upon admission, which will be used to determine if further assistance is required
Statement of Purpose: One page discussing reasons for pursuing a graduate degree, interests in the field, and career goals for the future
Letters of Recommendation: Two letters are required
Possession of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Applicant has at least a 3.0 GPA (average of ''B'') overall in the last two years of undergraduate work
Tuition
USD
16,860