Program Details
The online Master of Arts in Criminal Justice program prepares students for positions in criminal justice practice, management, policymaking, research, and teaching, and for additional study in the law and other areas of the criminal justice field. The curriculum consists of courses that cover topics including criminal law and procedure, corrections, research methods, and policy. The flexible program offers both a thesis and a non-thesis option along with a variety of electives that allow students to shape the courses to meet their interests and career goals.
Elective options include:
- Violent Crime
- Profiling
- Homicide Investigation
- Criminal Justice and Crime in Film
- Correctional Counseling
- Forensic Psychiatry
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Wichita State University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent