With its focus on the intersection of current research with policy debates and organizational challenges, the MS in Criminal Justice and Public Safety appeal to individuals who seek to sharpen their skills and develop new strategies and approaches to the fair and effective administration of justice and promotion of public safety. Graduates of the program will be well-positioned to attain leadership roles in a variety of public and private organizations that will allow them to apply and implement many of the skills and ideas required to greater efficiency and real reform.

The online mode of instruction and collaborative model of pooled resources will offer students increased flexibility in terms of scheduling and course selection, which will making it easier to balance the demands of advanced graduate study with work and family obligations. Highly-motivated full-time students to complete the degree in 15 months (Fall/Spring/Summer/12-12-9 credit loads); part-time students can complete the degree in two-three years depending upon their enrollment patterns.

Core Coureses (15 cr.)

Choose a concentration and complete the courses specified

Criminal Justice Concentration (18 cr.)

Public Safety Concentration (18 cr.)