Overview

Working toward systemic change. Advance your career while working for the greater good.

Key Features

The Justice Studies program from Rhode Island College is designed for students interested in earning an advanced degree to support their employment in justice and social services fields, including:

social and human services agencies

law enforcement

nonprofit organizations

nongovernmental agencies focused on justice issues

This degree will give you a strong foundation in the writing, research and analytical skills required for such careers and will provide you the opportunity to develop advanced expertise in your area of focus.

Learning Goals

Upon completion of this program, you will be able to:

articulate knowledge of the major issues facing the justice system locally, nationally and globally, as well as new research findings in the field

demonstrate an advanced understanding of classical and contemporary theory in sociology and criminology and associated policy implications

conduct original research and apply research findings to problems with social service agencies within or related to the justice system

communicate professionally and knowledgably in oral and written formats on a variety of academic and justice-related topics

demonstrate advanced writing and research skills by completing a final project or thesis

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional Writing for Justice Services

Advanced Quantitative Analysis

Advanced Criminological Theory

Advanced Qualitative Methods

Evaluation Research

Criminology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Providence, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed application form accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable application fee.

A bachelors degree, if not applying for the combined B.A./M.A. program.

Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate records.

Prior course work in research methods and quantitative analysis, PLUS at least four undergraduate courses in sociology, a major in a related field, or substantial work experience in a justice-related field.

A minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in undergraduate course work.

Statement of professional goals including how the program will prepare the candidate for these goals.

Three letters of recommendation that address potential to succeed in a graduate program. Must include at least one letter from a professor in a social science course.

A plan of study approved by the advisor and appropriate dean.

An interview may be required.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

30840 USD / year

≈ 30840 USD / year
Out-of-State

30840 USD / year

≈ 30840 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15840 USD / year

≈ 15840 USD / year

Additional Details

Northeast Neighbors: $792/credit

Living costs

Providence

United States

1030 - 1900 USD / month

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

Funding

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