Overview

The Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Leadership programme at St. John's University is designed to equip professionals with the expertise required to navigate the evolving challenges of law enforcement and national protection. Students engage with a curriculum that integrates professional security education with advanced criminal justice studies. This master's degree prepares graduates for high-level leadership roles within both public and private sectors.

Why Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Leadership at St. John's University?

Located in New York City, a global hub for security innovation, the university provides students with unparalleled access to industry-leading practitioners and professional networks. The programme is specifically reengineered to address modern threats, including intelligence challenges and emergency management. Students benefit from a flexible learning environment that accommodates working professionals through both on-campus and online delivery methods.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1640 per credit
National fee: USD 1640 per credit
Local fee: USD 1640 per credit

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Ethical Leadership: Principles and Practices
Correctional Administration
Police and Homeland Security Leadership
US Constitution and Homeland Protection
Policy Formation and Analysis
Leadership in Public Administration
Research Methods
Global Terrorism
Cybercrime

Careers with Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Leadership

Graduates are prepared for executive and leadership positions across the homeland security enterprise, including roles in law enforcement, emergency management, and intelligence agencies. The programme supports career advancement into mid-to-high-level management within government bodies, non-governmental organisations, and private security firms. Students gain the strategic insight necessary to lead in areas such as cybersecurity, court administration, and public safety policy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminal Justice

Leadership Issues in Critical Incident Management

Criminological Theory

Global Terrorism

Leadership in Media Relations

Issues in Global Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

Recommended deadlines. Graduate programs use rolling admission: qualified applications reviewed and accepted as space allows until semester start.

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States
New York City, United States

Disciplines

Terrorism & Security View 161 other Masters in Terrorism & Security in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Evidence of a Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university

A record of scholarly achievement which is evidenced by a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0

Two letters of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s ability to achieve academic success at the graduate level of study

A thoughtful, well-written essay of approximately 300 words describing the applicant’s reasons for seeking this graduate degree

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

59040 USD / year

≈ 59040 USD / year
Out-of-State

59040 USD / year

≈ 59040 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

59040 USD / year

≈ 59040 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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