Criminal Justice, M.A.
Introduction
Criminal Justice, M.A. is a Masters program taught at Governors State University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.
The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice at Governors State University prepares students to analyze crime, justice systems, and social impact through theoretical, ethical, and restorative perspectives. The program examines criminological theory and justice processes, and it addresses how factors such as race, class, and gender shape both crime and responses to it.
Students build skills in research, analysis, ethics, and communication while exploring policing, courts, corrections, and juvenile justice. The curriculum also incorporates restorative justice, with an emphasis on community-based solutions and social accountability. The program includes internships with law enforcement agencies, courts, corrections facilities, or nonprofit organizations, plus engagement such as guest lectures, panels, community outreach, and research or applied learning experiences.
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Criminal Justice, M.A. at Governors State University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Governors State University.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Governors State University as pre-requiste for admission in Criminal Justice, M.A..
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.govst.edu/academics/programs/criminal-justice-ba
More Information
- Police Officer / Sheriff’s Patrol Officer
- Detective / Criminal Investigator
- Probation Officer / Correctional Treatment Specialist
- Correctional Officer / Bailiff
- Fish and Game Warden
- Criminal Justice Educator (Postsecondary)
- Law school 3+3 Program (joint degree option mentioned)
Scholarships
80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.