About the course

The Department of Criminal Justice offers courses in the traditional setting as well as online.

　　The criminal justice degree plan is broadly interdisciplinary in nature embracing the study of the humanities, law, natural, behavioral and social sciences. The curriculum seeks to balance theoretical inquiry with applied knowledge.

　　Students become prepared for careers in law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, work with juveniles, victim services, non- and not-for profit organizations connected with criminal and social justice, and the related field of forensics. Graduates have also been successful in law school and graduate programs in the social sciences. The undergraduate major consists of at least 33 credits in the major field, 27 of which must be numbered 300 or above (excluding CJUS 393 Internship in Criminal Justice).

　　The department offers an interdisciplinary minor in Forensic Sciences. Students interested in the minor should consult with the department head. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Las Cruces
Spring (January), 2025	Las Cruces
Spring (January), 2026	Las Cruces

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for New Mexico State University

Official transcripts for all institutions attended including high school. The required TOEFL scores for regular NMSU admission: 68 on the iBT or 520 on the paper-based test for applicants to undergraduate degree programs. The required IELTS scores for regular NMSU admission: 6.0 overall for undergraduate applicants

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 68.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at New Mexico State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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