Overview
The Criminal Justice program of Rochester Institute of Technology emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to urban studies with a focus on public safety. The program stresses training in policy analysis and practice, particularly as it is relevant to community and urban issues.
The program builds on a foundation of locally relevant policy research by providing you with the critical skills to carry out such work and the experience to assure success in employment or in pursuit of further graduate studies. The program provides you with a strong foundation in criminological, criminal justice theory, and social scientific research skills, enabling you to have a successful career in the policy analysis arena or to be prepared to pursue advanced study beyond the master's degree.
Recent graduates have entered careers in prosecutorial investigation, criminal justice program evaluation, and crime analysis. Many have also pursued doctoral degrees.
Students applying to the program should have a strong undergraduate foundation in criminology and research methods. Students that do not possess these skills may be required to complete additional undergraduate course work (e.g., Criminology, Theories of Crime, and Research Methods) or demonstrate equivalent skills for completion of the degree.
Typical Job Titles
- Police Officer
- Probation Officer
- Crime Analyst
- Border Patrol Officer
- Correction Officer and Counselor
- US Postal Inspector
- US Marshal
- Legal Assistant
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Pro-Seminar In Criminal Justice Theory
- Statistics
- Pro-Seminar in Research Methods
- Advanced Criminology
- Crime, Justice, and Community
- Interventions and Change in Criminal Justice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Criminal Justice View 257 other Masters in Criminal Justice in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete an online graduate application. Refer to Graduate Admission Deadlines and Requirements for information on application deadlines, entry terms, and more.
- Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college.
- Recommended minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent).
- Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
- Two letters of recommendation are required. Refer to Application Instructions and Requirements for additional information.
Tuition Fee
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International
54176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 54176 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
54176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 54176 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Rochester
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Funding
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