The Master of Criminal Justice program at Saint Ambrose University is designed to prepare skilled leaders in criminal justice, law enforcement, security, corrections, human services and related professions. Complete the MCJ degree in one to two years, depending on the number of classes taken each semester. Competitive graduate assistant positions and fellowships are available for partial stipend.
Courses include criminology theory, justice statistics, research methods, crime policy analysis, justice planning and leadership, and seminars in juvenile justice, law enforcement and corrections.
The curriculum addresses social justice topics including race, class, and gender and their impact on the criminal justice system - from arrest through sentencing.
You can choose to write a thesis to complete your education or take a comprehensive exam. Full-time students can earn an MCJ in one year by taking courses in the fall, spring, and summer. Most students enroll part-time and complete the degree in two years. However, all students have up to five years to earn their degree.
Many of the classes are offered in the evenings, Monday through Thursday, and average about 10 students. That creates an environment conducive to deep, intellectual discussions, but also large enough to share the diverse knowledge our students and faculty bring to the table. Other classes are cross-listed with undergraduate classes and offered during the day.
Our graduates work at the Center for Alcohol and Drug Services, Chicago Police Department, Families of Northeast Iowa, FBI, J&I Polygraph Investigations, and more.
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You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-timeYou only need to take one of these language tests:
Minimum required score:
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The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
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Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.2 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
This program is competitive and intended for highly motivated students who excel in the classroom.
Applicants will be evaluated on the following:
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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