Criminal Justice

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Degree Overview

Master of Science in Criminal Justice

South University's Online Programs College of Nursing and Public Health 2023 Commencement — South University Criminal Justice Graduation

Earn your master’s in criminal justice online from South University. The Master of Science in Criminal Justice program dives into the historical and contemporary criminal justice system, examining relationships among law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. Prerequisites for the graduate criminal justice program are limited so that qualified students with bachelor’s degrees in related fields such as criminology, psychology, business or public administration, anthropology, political science, sociology or related social sciences may enroll, along with students who have undergraduate degrees in criminal justice.

Upon completion of the Master of Science in Criminal Justice program, you can choose to enter doctoral programs in related fields or seek a leadership position within law enforcement, corrections, local and state government, or legal institutions*.

Please note: While you may be able to take some general education courses at the campuses, all other courses, including specialized courses, will be taken online.

*South University does not promise or guarantee licensure, employment, or salary amounts.

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