Denton,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Criminal Justice - Theory and Research in Denton United States | University of North Texas
University of North Texas
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Denton United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,160
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Elevate your professional path in criminal justice. Our Master of Science in Criminal Justice, specializing in Theory and Research, equips aspiring and established leaders with the expertise to foster equitable and secure communities. The program delivers a rigorous curriculum that explores crime-related challenges and criminal justice system operations from theoretical, practical, and evidence-based viewpoints.
Choose between on-campus or fully online formats to match your learning preferences while managing work, life, and studies. The on-campus option includes both thesis and non-thesis tracks. Key program benefits include: Faculty-mentored research projects, Internship-based academic credit, Customizable electives aligned with your career aspirations, and International study experiences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Official transcripts are required from every college or university you have attended and must arrive by the application deadline. The transcripts must show you have earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution (or equivalent).
To receive admission to the master's degree program with a major in criminal justice and concentration in theory and research, applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0. Any changes to the above standards must be approved by the department graduate committee.
transcripts,
two letters of recommendation (academic or professional), and
personal statement.
The personal statement is sent directly to the department graduate advisor and includes an explanation of the following: career goals, why the student is pursuing a master's degree, prior experience in the criminal justice field, prior research experience in criminal justice, and anything in the student's personal background relevant to the admission decision.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
To receive admission to the master's degree program with a major in criminal justice and concentration in theory and research, applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0. Any changes to the above standards must be approved by the department graduate committee.
transcripts,
two letters of recommendation (academic or professional), and
personal statement.
The personal statement is sent directly to the department graduate advisor and includes an explanation of the following: career goals, why the student is pursuing a master's degree, prior experience in the criminal justice field, prior research experience in criminal justice, and anything in the student's personal background relevant to the admission decision.
IELTS - 6.0
TOEFL iBT - 79
DET - 100
Tuition
USD
32,160