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Master of Science (MS) in Criminology and Criminal Justice Degree

Criminal Justice
Master of Science in Criminology & Criminal Justice
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About the Master of Science in Criminology & Criminal Justice Program

The Master of Science in Criminology & Criminal Justice program is perfect for students who want to pursue a career in the study of crime, criminology and the criminal justice system. Students graduating from the program will be prepared for administrative, upper-level staff, treatment, management, and agency planning positions.

Career Opportunities

  • Justice Researcher or Analyst
  • Law enforcement officers, detectives, or federal agents
  • Corrections Office or Manager
  • Probation or Parole Officers
  • Criminal Justice Educator
  • Security-related careers, such as Security Consultants or Corporate Security Managers
  • Intelligence Analyst
  • Homeland Security Specialist or Legal Consultant
  • Victim Advocates

Application Instructions

  1. Complete the graduate application
  2. Submit application fee ($49 for domestic; $69 for international)
  3. Submit the following required documents:
    • Official e-transcripts from all US institutions attended are to be sent to graduateadmissions@tamusa.edu. If your institution does not have official e-transcripts available, they can be mailed to our university at the following address:
      Texas A&M University San Antonio
      ATTN: Graduate Admissions
      Senator Frank L. Madla Building 125C
      One University Way
      San Antonio, TX 78224
    • International Students: Please visit the International Affairs page for more information about the following:
      • Transcript Requirements
      • Credential Evaluation
      • English Proficiency
      • Other Required Documentation
  4. Personal statement outlining the reason for applying for this graduate degree, career goals, and research interests. (1-2 pages)
  5. Curriculum Vitae (preferred) or résumé
  6. Letters from three references
  7. Supplemental Information Form:
    • We strongly encourage contacting potential faculty mentor(s) prior to applying to the program to ensure sufficient space in Faculty labs and compatibility of research interests. Please select up to three faculty members in ranking order of priority.
    • Thesis Track Applicants: This form will also be used to indicate if they would like to be considered for a Graduate Assistantship.

Prerequisites

  • 3.2 cumulative GPA (or 3.5 last 60 hours)

Conditional Admittance

  • (Below 3.0 CUM GPA) Must take and submit GRE Scores

The Department has the right to examine students' prerequisites, accept equivalent hours, or require additional work.

Program Details

Courses Offered

  • Fully online instruction
  • Flexible full-time or part-time enrollment

Degree Tracks

  • Thesis Track: 36 credit hours (CH)
  • Comprehensive Exam: 36 CH

Average Time to Complete

  • 2 Years