Master of Arts in Criminal Justice
University of South Florida

Program Details

The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice is an online criminal justice degree from the University of South Florida.  The goal of this program is to provide the skills students need to apply principles, theories, and research in the criminal justice field to “real world” issues.  The curriculum is designed to develop the competencies needed for successful careers in criminal justice-related fields and industries, including theoretical reasoning and research skills and the application of theory to practice.  Coursework covers both classical and contemporary criminological theories and helps students critically assess issues related to crime and criminal justice using the correct research tools.  You will learn to produce clear, concise, and convincing theoretically informed evidence-based solutions to problems related to the criminal justice system and learn to critically evaluate the extent and causes of crime.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

University of South Florida is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s)