$28,392 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Criminal Justice
- The Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) at Kennesaw State University is an ideal program for traditional students and professionals in the field of criminal justice who aspire to further their education beyond the baccalaureate degree. The program includes face-to-face and some online course instructional formats. The program provides a focused and interactive educational experience designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills in criminal justice administration, including critical thinking and communication, as well as in relevant technologies and information sources.
- Relevant coursework addresses a variety of key issues within criminal justice, including topics related to criminal justice management and global criminal justice. The program also provides students an opportunity to understand and address the significance of cultural diversity within the criminal justice context. These attributes are essential for success in contemporary criminal justice agencies and in relevant private sector organizations both in Georgia and elsewhere. Students will also be prepared for further graduate study should they choose to pursue this option.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $25584 | $25584 |
| Health Insurance | $2808 | $2808 |
| Total Fees | $28392 | $28392 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.0 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 286 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Official transcripts from EACH College and/or University you have attended. Must be in a sealed envelope from the institution or sent electronically from the institution directly to ksugrad@kennesaw.edu.
- GRE Score Report - Request that your scores be sent electronically to KSU.
- GRE Score Report NOT needed if the applicant has one of the following other records of external validation:
- Record of successful academic performance such as undergraduate GPA of 3.25 or above; *OR*
- Demonstrated record of successful work experience in the criminal justice field for a period of four (4) or more years.
- A grade point average of 2.8 (on a 4.0 scale) or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of undergraduate work.
- Applicants with undergraduate degrees not in criminal justice, criminology, or related studies will be required to complete two courses (six hours) of undergraduate coursework in Criminology and Research Methods in Criminal Justice. These undergraduate hours will not count towards the graduate degree requirements.
- International applicants must have their foreign credentials evaluated by an independent evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. Course-by-course evaluations, equivalence to an accredited U.S. degree or number of years toward completion, and grade point average equivalents are required.
- International students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.