ONLINE MASTER’S DEGREE in Criminal Justice

Degree Type

Master of Science (MS)

Study Options

Online
On Campus

Study Online to Advance Your Career in Criminal Justice

Finish in four semesters
Gain a broad global perspective on terrorism and others forms of transnational crimes
Build on prior experience with greater critical thinking, oral, and writing competencies
Professional Track option

The Curriculum

The master's degree in criminal justice is a 37-credit program that you can complete in four semesters, if desired. In addition to your eight core courses, you can tailor the program to your interest with concentrations in:

Human Services
Urban Crime Policy
Homeland Security

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Featured Course

Criminological Theory

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the different theories of criminal behavior. In addition to becoming versed in the different criminological theories, you'll focus on the efficacy of the different theories and their usefulness in crime reduction strategies.

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Foundation Courses

Depending on your undergraduate experiences, you may be required to take foundational courses before beginning the Master’s program. Courses are offered online or on campus on weekends.

Statistics Foundations - The objective of this course is to strengthen skills in abstract thinking, critical analysis, and forecasting.

Professional Experience Track

The Professional Experience Track is for students who need additional professional work experience to supplement their academic program.

Students in the Professional Experience Track must complete at least two, one-credit internship courses. These courses must be approved as an appropriate match for your academic program.

The professors are amazing. They call you. They reach out to you. They remember your name.

David Barton

MS Criminal Justice, 2020
BS Criminal Justice, 2013
Director of Security/Safety/Buildings/ Grounds/Transportation and Emergency Management
Saint Joseph’s Hospital

Hear David's Story

I was greeted with these feelings of togetherness when I enrolled at Monroe.

Menen Pierre

MS Criminal Justice, 2020
BS Criminal Justice, 2019
AS Criminal Justice, 2017

Industry Alignment

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of police and detectives is projected to grow five percent from 2018 to 2028. The need for advanced criminal justice professionals in public safety, human services, community development and urban crime policy continues to be strong both at home and abroad.