Overview

About the program

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) program offers working professionals the flexible option of a fully online degree. You will learn from respected and experienced faculty as you work toward beginning or advancing your career in criminal justice, corrections, or law enforcement. You will receive a quality educational experience based on critical thinking, analysis, and research.

University of North Alabama master’s in Criminal Justice graduates will be well positioned for promotion to positions of greater responsibility within their organizations or new opportunities. This on-campus or online criminal justice degree will also prepare you for continuing advanced study at the doctoral level or as you pursue teaching opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Crime in America
Methods of Research in Criminal Justice
Criminological Theory
Criminal Investigation
Forensic Investigation
Public Organization and Bureaucratic Theory
Ethics in Administrative Leadership
PJL in TV and Film
Criminal Procedure

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Florence, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Unconditional Admission:

Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution. Official transcript must reflect that degree was awarded. No test scores are required.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution.
GPA of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

14850 USD / year

≈ 14850 USD / year
Out-of-State

14850 USD / year

≈ 14850 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7425 USD / year

≈ 7425 USD / year

Additional Details

Online: $495 per credit

Living costs

Florence

United States

800 - 1300 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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Overview

About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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