Master of Arts in Criminal Justice
Wayland Baptist University
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Program Details

The online Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program prepares students to teach Criminal Justice at the community college level or for advancements in education.  The curriculum teaches students to apply knowledge necessary to address problems related to crime and justice, equipping them with an understanding of the social and legal aspects of crime.  You will become an effective agent of change in the complex system.  Core courses include:

  • Ethics 
  • Correctional Leadership 
  • Research Methods 
  • American Constitutional Law: Civil Rights/Civil Liberties 
  • Criminal Law/Civil Law: A Comparative Analysis

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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)

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