Master of Arts in Criminal Justice / Special Victims
Wayland Baptist University

Program Details

Help people facing unimaginable trauma with the skills and training you receive in the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice specializing in Special Victims. This program goes beyond standard criminal justice topics, allowing you to focus your efforts on helping victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and other traumatic crimes.

In this online Criminal Justice degree, you will take core classes covering law, leadership, and research methods. The specialization curriculum prepares you with vital skills in crisis counseling, trauma-informed investigation, and de-escalation techniques. Students can also choose to study topics such as nonprofit management, public policy, mental health, and victim advocacy. 

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Wayland Baptist University is accredited by:

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

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Additional Materials May Be Required, Official College Transcript(s)