Overview

To prepare you for your career, we'll train you in subjects such as policy, administration, research methods and statistics, patterns in crime, and criminological theory. We'll also ask you to choose one of two tracks.

The thesis track program is better if you want to pursue a doctoral-level degree in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field. With this option, you'll need to complete a thesis project under the supervision of a faculty advisor. The non-thesis track is more geared toward working professionals. It's available completely online—perfect if you can't attend classes on campus.

This track will give you advanced training in areas such as research methods, program evaluation, and policy analysis. With this option, you'll be required to complete a demonstration project, and you'll be strongly encouraged to complete a field placement or internship.

Fast Facts:

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Criminal Justice is affiliated with UAB's Institute for Human Rights and the UAB Center for Cyber Security.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Patterns in Crime
Pro-Seminar in Criminal Justice
Criminological Theory
Criminal Justice Policy
Research Design
Data Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30-33

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Birmingham, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The UAB Graduate School has established minimum standards for admission into the MSCJ program "in good standing." Minimum requirements for admission include:

evidence of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States
3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) computed either overall or for the last 60 hours of undergraduate credits earned
Completion of an introductory-level social science statistics course and research methods course, with minimum grades of B
three letters of recommendation--letters from faculty are prioritized over those from employers
a personal statement/essay

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

38940 USD / year

≈ 38940 USD / year
Out-of-State

36330 USD / year

≈ 36330 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14820 USD / year

≈ 14820 USD / year

Living costs

Birmingham

United States

1019 - 1648 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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