Overview

You will join a diverse, inclusive learning atmosphere to create real-time solutions with relevant technologies and information resources.

The objective of this Public Administration and Criminal Justice programme from Kennesaw State University is to allow students who are interested in serving in the public administration, non-profit, and criminal justice sectors to register concurrently in both the MPA and MSCJ.

The demand for leaders in these career areas requires professionals well versed in how the public and non-profit sectors operate and how to effectively administer criminal justice programmes. This dual degree combines preparation in public management and criminal justice theory and practice to make graduates competitive in these growing fields.

What can you do with a Public Administration/Criminal Justice (MPA/MSCJ) Dual Master’s Degree?

Urban Planner

Human Resources Management

Federal Compliance Officer (OES)

Insurance Benefits Compliance

Administrative Services Manager

Cybersecurity Investigator

Cyber Defensive Operator

Intelligence Analyst

Forensic Psychologist

Forensic Examiner

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods and Computer Applications

Governmental Relations

MPA Capstone Seminar

Advanced Criminological

Advanced Law Enforcement

Institutional and Community Corrections

Applied Statistics and Data Analysis in CJ

Demonstration Project

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

51 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kennesaw, United States

Disciplines

Public Administration Criminal Justice View 313 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.25

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Required

English requirements

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General requirements

A baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with at least 2.75 grade point average.

Submission of an application to the Office of Graduate Admissions and a non-refundable application fee.

A record of external validation

Personal statement that explains interest in enrolling in the dual degree program.

A current résumé.

Two letters of recommendation from faculty (preferred) or work supervisors with direct knowledge of the applicant that address the applicant’s potential for graduate study and use of an MPA-MSCJ dual degree.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

20142 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20142 USD per year during 24 months.
National

20142 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20142 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

5454 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5454 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Kennesaw

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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What can you do with a Public Administration/Criminal Justice (MPA/MSCJ) Dual Master’s Degree?

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Kennesaw

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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