Accelerated BSc (B.S.) in Criminal Justice and Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) in Richmond United States | Virginia Commonwealth University

The accelerated B.S. to M.P.A. program enables eligible students to obtain both a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice and a Master of Public Administration in as little as five years by taking approved graduate-level courses during their final undergraduate year. Important: Forensic crime scene investigation concentrators cannot participate in this accelerated option. Participants may apply up to 12 graduate credit hours toward both degrees, allowing completion with just 144-147 total credits instead of the standard 156-159 required when pursuing the degrees independently. Graduates gain comprehensive preparation for public service careers in criminal justice policy, particularly forensic crime scene investigation, through enhanced knowledge of criminal justice systems and management principles. The program equips students to bridge theory and practice as skilled public administrators, officials, and engaged citizens capable of addressing public service challenges across government and nonprofit organizations at local, state, national, and global levels.