Okay, this degree is not expensive; it's on the Best Buy list; but it is a public college. I live in Amherst and am looking for something with local name rec. My private security firm has approved this program for tuition assistance. So far, based on price and accelerated online completion this program looks EXTREMELY promising. How would this compare to the Boston University masters justice degree program? Forst, U Mass costs like $15,000 LESS than Boston U. Wow! They cost less and the program is accelerated. Trying to figure out if the huge price difference is worth it. Is Boston U a better college than U Mass? Do employers respect this online degree more than Boston U or less?