Master of Science in Criminal Justice / Homeland Security
Saint Joseph’s University

Program Details

The online criminal justice master's at Saint Joseph’s University stresses theory and research, administration, and managing effective change within the criminal justice system.  The courses built within the MSCJ curriculum were designed to shape students’ knowledge in research and the latest trends in criminal justice as well as in administrative strategies. The curriculum includes core courses on:

  • Research Methods and Analysis
  • Criminology Theory
  • Ethics and Criminal Justice
  • Professional Writing for Law Enforcement

With six career-focused concentrations, coursework is optimized for student’s current and future CJ specialized aspirations. The six concentrations students can select from include: 

  • General
  • Behavioral Analysis
  • Behavioral Management
  • Federal Law Enforcement
  • Homeland Security
  • Intelligence and Crime Analysis

Each concentration emphasizes criminological theory and research to provide you with foundational knowledge regarding the causes of crime and factors affecting it.

At Saint Joseph’s, you’ll learn from those who drive the industry and set the trends that the next generation of Criminal Justice leaders must embrace. Faculty sourced directly from the Criminal Justice field teach all courses in the online Master of Science in Criminal Justice program. The distinguished faulty ensure that students receive the latest and most relevant MSCJ education that aligns with individual career goals.  

Homeland Security – The Homeland Security track goes beyond terrorism to cover all areas of citizen safety, from emergency management and natural disaster relief to border protection and counterintelligence. This track is ideal for front-line Criminal Justice professionals who want to pursue high-ranking positions at the local, state, and federal levels.

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Saint Joseph’s University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent