Overview

Basic Degree Information/Description

The Criminology and Criminal Justice program of The University of Texas at San Antonio assists students to develop and apply research expertise toward the resolution of contemporary justice practice and policy issues.

Why pursue an M.S. in Criminology and Criminal Justice?

Broaden career opportunities in criminal justice and criminology

Advancement in current job

Prepare for a Ph.D. if interested in teaching or research

Develop skills (writing, research, critical thinking, problem solving, public speaking)

Network with a group of like-minded students

Smaller classes with more individualized attention from faculty

Career Options Available

Our graduates have been employed by various agencies, including the Department of Public Safety, Adult and Juvenile Probation Department, Innovative Practice in Delinquent Procedure, FBI, US Marshalls, and the San Antonio Police Department. Additional students have been admitted to doctoral programs and others have been hired as adjunct faculty.

Students admitted to the program can apply for a graduate research assistantship within the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice. Students may work up to 19 hours per week. GRAs must be in good academic standing and maintain a 3.0 GPA while being enrolled in 6 credit hours (2 graduate classes) per semester. Interested students should contact the Graduate Advisor of Record for an application once admitted to the program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Criminal Justice System

Criminal Justice Policy

Criminological Theory

Justice Organizations and Administration

Seminar on Topics in Theory of Crime and Justice

Gender and Crime

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2023-07-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Criminal Law Criminology Criminal Justice View 270 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice or 18 hours in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely-related discipline, or professional experience in the justice system

A completed a Graduate School application

Official transcripts from all institutions attended. All international transcripts must be recorded in English or officially translated to English along with an evaluation of the transcripts from Foreign Credentials Service of America. Official transcripts are required to process applications for this program

A resume

Two letters of recommendation

A personal statement

English language proficiency test scores

Tuition Fee

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International

27310 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27310 USD per year during 12 months.
National

27310 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27310 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

9362 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9362 USD per year during 12 months.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

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