Overview
As a student of the Criminal Justice program of Saint Leo University you will study:
- Computerized databases
- Ethical standards in the administration of justice
- Human resource management
- Fiscal resource management
- Personnel law, civil liability, and substantive and procedural laws
- Information resources and systems
- Policymaking
- Organizational leadership in criminal justice agencies
You can also take classes in highly specialized topics, including: terrorism in Israel, forensic science, offender treatment, and criminal advocacy.
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Program is for those professionals who wish to complete the graduate program by delivery modes other than traditional campus classes. The blended program offers classes in a variety of delivery formats—for example, online, VTT (video conferencing), Collaborate, and on campus, including the Institute for Excellence in Criminal Justice Administration.
What can you do with a degree in Criminal Justice?
Graduates are prepared for administrative positions in law enforcement, corrections, the courts, private security and security-related positions at the local, state or federal government levels.- Sheriff
- Corrections Supervisor
- Forensic Scientist
- CIA Agent
- Coast Guard
- Deputy U.S. Marshal
- Secret Service Agent
- Loss Prevention Investigator
- FBI Agent
- Police Sergeant
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice Administration
- Legal Issues in Criminal Justice Administration
- Public Policy Making in Criminal Justice
- Leadership Applications in Criminal Justice
- Applied Project in Criminal Justice Administration
- Terrorism in Israel
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Criminal Law Criminology Criminal Justice View 99 other Masters in Criminal Law in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete and submit application form and $80 application fee.
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale, unless otherwise approved by the Director.
- Statement of Professional Goals.
- Official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions previously attended sent directly to the Graduate Admissions Office from the former institution.
Tuition Fee
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International
19050 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 635 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
19050 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 635 USD per credit 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.