Overview

Georgia Southern University offers three emphases within the Criminal Justice and Criminology degree program structured both for students seeking careers or professional advancement in the criminal justice field, and for students who ultimately wish to pursue an advanced degree in criminal justice/criminology.

Key features

Prepare to serve and influence at a higher level. Lay a foundation for leadership and career advancement through a practical, flexible curriculum tailored to your aspirations and needs.

Criminal Justice Degree Emphasis

With an emphasis in criminal justice, you will examine advanced theories, the development of public policy, issues within the criminal justice system and justice administration. You’ll have the opportunity to refine your analytical, research and critical thinking skills to foster a greater understanding of the criminal justice system.

Criminology Degree Emphasis

An emphasis in criminology gives you focused training on the major theoretical perspectives in classical and contemporary criminology, as well as analysis of the nature, prevalence, causes and consequences of violence. This emphasis offers a deeper exploration of the etiology, correlates and theories of criminal behavior.

Cybercrime Degree Emphasis

By emphasizing in cybercrime, you will concentrate your training on laws related to electronic devices and the internet, traditional crimes committed using computers, issues relating to the Fourth Amendment, jurisdiction at state and federal levels, and cyber ethics.

Careers in Criminal Justice with a Master in Criminal Justice

Community advocate
victim advocate
Fire investigator
Immigration and customs officer
Corrections officer
Juvenile justice
Probation and parole officer
Public policy advisor
Cybersecurity investigator
Cyber defensive operator
Intelligence analyst
Policy analyst
Criminal profiler
District attorney
Forensic examiner
Data analyst

Programme Structure

Courses offered:

Criminal Justice Systems: Policy and Process

Victims & Victimology

Social Inequalities, Crime, and Justice

Qualitative Research Design

Statistics for Social Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

30-36

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Statesboro, United States

Disciplines

Criminology Criminal Justice View 111 other Masters in Criminology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited, four-year institution in criminal justice/criminology or related field (that adequately prepares students for success in this field.)
A 2.75 cumulative grade point average or higher on completed requirements for a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. (This application requirement will be waived for applicants who successfully complete the Post-Baccalaureate Cyber Certificate.)
Letter of Application detailing: a) academic background and/or professional credentials, b) relevant research and work experience, c) career goals and reasons for enrollment in this program.
Two letters of recommendation addressing the applicant’s: 1) academic work; 2) professional experience, if any; 3) ability to handle master’s level curriculum, and 4) how the applicant can be expected to contribute to the program.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27844 USD / year

≈ 27844 USD / year
Out-of-State

27844 USD / year

≈ 27844 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6802 USD / year

≈ 6802 USD / year

Living costs

Statesboro

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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