About the course

The M.S. degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology (CJC) offers coursework that emphasizes policy analysis of criminal justice and criminology issues. The M.S. in CJC prepares those seeking appropriate study and academic credentials to qualify for management and administrative positions in justice-related agencies. The degree may also serve as preparation for advanced study in criminology and criminal justice at the doctoral level. Students graduating from this program will:

　　analyze research on criminal justice topics

　　communicate professionally and effectively orally and in writing for the identified audience.

　　apply a broad and deep knowledge of the prevailing explanations for criminal behavior to understand criminal justice problems.

　　identify and evaluate the most appropriate policy or program to address criminal justice issues.

　　design and execute research on a criminal justice topic.

　　The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology's mission is to lead in graduate education within the area of Criminal Justice and Criminology, to deepen and expand scientific understanding of America's justice systems, to develop a graduate-educated workforce and collaborate in urban issues and education, to create a vibrant learning and campus life experience for our master's students. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Kansas City
Fall (August), 2024	Kansas City
Spring (January), 2025	Kansas City
Fall (August), 2025	Kansas City
Spring (January), 2026	Kansas City

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Missouri - Kansas City

A bachelor's or first-level professional degree from a regionally accredited institution. If the degree is from a non-U.S. college or university, the institution must be recognized and approved by the Ministry of Education or Commission responsible for higher education in the country where the degree is earned. The degree must at least be equivalent to a four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree or first-level professional degree. A satisfactory academic record. Applicants from countries in which English might be one of the official languages, but is not necessarily the first language of the majority of the population, must attain a minimum composite score of either 213 (CBT) or 80 (iBT) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or a score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to be considered for admission.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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