Master of Science in Criminal Justice
University of Southern Mississippi

Program Details

Help to protect your community against crime with this online criminal justice degree. Take on a leadership role or specialized position in the criminal justice system, making it better and more efficient. You will also be able to use this degree as a stepping stone for advanced graduate study or law school.

Dedicated faculty introduce students to a wide range of topics and research, including new ideas in civil liberties, juvenile law, and policing. Learn to apply this knowledge and theoretical practices to issues within modern criminal justice systems. Graduates have the skills to thrive in the criminal justice system.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Southern Mississippi 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)

Application Requirements

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

Additional Info

  • Requires an undergraduate degree in criminal justice, criminology, forensic science or closely-related discipline