Overview

There are many reasons why the Political and Social Justice Studies program from Governors State University is the right path for you:

The coursework provides the knowledge and resources to evaluate social issues around the world, as well as teaches you how to apply them in real-world situations to challenge and change injustice within institutions.

Classes are offered in on-campus, hybrid, and online formats to accommodate all types of schedules.

Career Path

Are you unsure of where a PSJS degree will take you? Here are some careers that our program will prepare you for:

Lawyer Salary Range: $97,502 - $250,038 (depending on position)
Political Scientist Salary Range: $45,679 - $65,042 Avg Salary: $56,363
Economist Salary Range: $111,825 - $152,242 Avg Salary: $130,836
Urban & Regional Planner Salary Range: $52,548 - $63,465 Avg Salary: $55,673
Social & Community Service Manager Salary Range: $44,445 - $61,558 Avg Salary: $52,558

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Nonprofit Organizations in Social Justice

Third World in Global Development

Labor, Workforce, and Social Change

Wealth, Power, and Inequality

Contemporary Theories of Social Justice

Crime and Social Inequalities

Crime, Justice, and the Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

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National rolling basis

Language

English

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Credits

39 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Political Science Criminal Justice Social Policy View 334 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts showing successful completion of a bachelor’s degree. Applicants will be expected to have a 2.75 cumulative G.P. A. (on a 4.0 scale) in their last sixty credits.
Submit a letter of application explaining a statement of personal interest in pursuing a master’s degree in the Political and Social Justice Studies program. This statement should be specific and include information about the applicant’s short- and long-term goals, and how enrolling in the program may help achieve them.
At least one confidential letter of recommendation from a professional reference (e.g. current or former college faculty member, current or former work supervisor, or community leader) speaking to the applicant’s interests and abilities relevant to the PSJS program.
Completed application must be submitted by June 1st for fall semester admission and November 1st for spring semester admission.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32214 USD / year

≈ 32214 USD / year
Out-of-State

16107 USD / year

≈ 16107 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16107 USD / year

≈ 16107 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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