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College of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department of Law, Crime and Social Justice
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Master of Science in Criminal Justice — In Person and Webster University Online
Average Time to Complete Degree: Under 2 years
Make a Move This May
Grad school just got more affordable. For a limited time, Webster is waiving the $50
app fee and offering a $500 scholarship to all May applicants. Exclusions Include: Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP)
The nature of crime everywhere — in the U.S. and around the world — has changed dramatically
over the past few decades. And with heightened concerns of 21st-century terrorism,
and the challenges found in the world of cyberspace, the demand for criminal justice
professionals continues to rise. Webster's Master of Science in Criminal Justice prepares
you for an exciting and meaningful career using a multidisciplinary approach to enhance
technical and critical thinking skills and decision-making processes, while increasing
analytical capabilities to help graduates explain, predict and prevent crime and victimization.
Choose Webster for Your Master's in Criminal Justice
Multidisciplinary Approach
The innovative curriculum calls on students to apply critical thinking skills and
decision-making processes, and will enhance technical skills and increase analytic
capabilities. Students will also learn how to analyze crime control methods, explain
the interdependence of institutions in the criminal justice system and broader social,
legal and socioeconomic environments, and understand how diversity issues can affect
the operation of criminal justice organizations.
Complement Your Degree with a Graduate Certificate
Further your knowledge by adding a 12-18 credit hour certificate to your MS in Criminal
Justice. The Administration of Justice certificate provides advanced knowledge of crime control systems. The Cybersecurity – Threat Detection certificate explores and analyzes types of information and data threats, and how
forensic investigations are conducted post-attack. The International and Regional Security certificate addresses conflict, violence and security issues in the international
arena.
Add the MA in National Security Studies
Webster University offers the MA in National Security Studies through the History, Politics and International Relations Department. The National
Security Studies master's degree complements the MS in Criminal Justice, and may be
completed as a dual degree or sequentially.
Explore the Program
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Find out more about the overall curriculum, electives, learning outcomes and more.
What Can You Do With Your Criminal Justice Degree?
Webster's master's in Criminal Justice opens doors in several career paths, including
opportunities in legal departments and law enforcement. Graduates can pursue jobs
such as:
Law Enforcement Officer
Cybercrime/Fraud Investigator
Victims Rights Advocate
Forensic Technician/Analyst
Private Investigator
Government Agent (FBI, Homeland Security, U.S. Marshal)