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Overview
We provide advanced training in social science research and methods for students seeking to pursue academic careers. This is achieved through coursework and hands-on experience that emphasize up-to-date knowledge about contemporary policies and practices in crime and justice, and the development of skills needed for students to become more effective agents of change in their communities of practice.
The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program from Rutgers University requires 30 credits of coursework with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.8. The 30 credits include 12 credits of core courses and 18 credits of electives. Students can customarily, complete the degree in 3 semesters if enrolled full-time (5 semesters if enrolled part- time). All requirements for the Master of Arts degree must be completed within three years of the first matriculation in the criminal justice program.
M.A. Program Learning Goals
We link our students to real-world issues and practices to promote careers of impact in a range of public and private organizations that deal with crime, justice, and their consequences. This is achieved through a rigorous grounding in policy, theory, and analysis that involves the following competencies:
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Research and Evaluation
- Data Analysis and Management
- Justice, Law and Policy
- Master’s Project Seminar
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
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Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Criminal Law View 222 other Masters in Criminal Law in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online application
- $70 nonrefundable application fee
- One official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended
- Letters of recommendation, as required by the program
- A personal statement
- Current test results, as required by the program
- Supporting materials, as required by the program
Tuition Fee
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International
30144 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 15072 USD per semester and a duration of 18 months. -
National
30144 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 15072 USD per semester and a duration of 18 months. -
In-State
17736 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 8868 USD per semester and a duration of 18 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.
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